Lest Any Root of Bitterness

From Our Pastor's Desk

Hebrews 12:14-15 – “Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord: Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled” 

Have you ever been wronged by someone, and then found yourself seething with anger and bitterness? One of the hardest things to do in life is to let go of bitter feelings towards others, ourselves, and God.  

Maybe a friend has betrayed your trust and left you feeling wounded. Maybe someone misunderstood your words and assumed the worst, slandering your reputation. 

Bitterness is defined as an attitude of ex-tended and intense anger and hostility. It is often joined by resentment and a desire to “get even." 

It is the result of not forgiving someone and letting hurt and anger grow until the pain and resentment hurt the per-son’s view of life. It is like a slow poison, one negative thought leads to another, and soon we’re tossing and turning at night, replaying hurtful interactions and making a new plan to get even. 

We are commanded to not seek revenge, but to let go and let God. Romans 12:17-21 – “Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men. If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men. Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. 

Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head. Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good” 

From today, we renounce all ungodly anger and bitterness, and we give no place to the devil anymore, in Jesus mighty Name. Amen. 

You will have good success this 2022. 

Remain blessed.  Shalom.