His fruit of self-control. Though the preceding examples mentioned only husbands, the wives are by no means guiltless. There is nothing more discouraging for a husband than to come home after a taxing day at work to find his wife stewing and churning about some petty aggravation which poisons the family atmosphere throughout the entire evening. Solomon must have had this experience. A dry crust eaten in peace is better than steak every day along with argument and strife.
Irritability becomes a way of life, a habit pattern.
We need to yield to the Holy Spirit and grow up. Maturity involves dependability. Unfinished jobs, broken promises, and unfulfilled good intentions are examples of undependability. An immature person cannot happily perform the tasks for which he is responsible. He grumbles and complains, finding no satisfaction or enjoyment in a job well done.