Podcasts about bitterness

Welcome to Friday Flip on the Becoming You Again podcast. Every Friday I take your divorce problems, conundrums and questions and do a quick flip around to empower you to show up as the best you after divorce.Bitterness toward your ex may feel justified for a little while. The problem is, when you carry the bitterness around it makes you feel bad. Feeling bitterness toward your ex isn't making him want to apologize, change or be different in some way. All it's doing is making you feel terrible.So what can you do to drop the bitterness toward your ex? Listen in as I help Becky understand why she hasn't been able to let go of the bitterness yet and what she can change to drop the bitterness she's carrying around.  For more info on how to work one on one with me go to: https://www.karinnelsoncoaching.com/

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New York Times bestselling author and former NFL quarterback, Tim Tebow, talks about being cut from the NFL, losing your identity, overcoming bitterness, his workout routine, and the joy of working in his foundation and the difference it's making in his life and the lives of hundreds of thousands of people. Get more on this episode by going to https://careynieuwhof.com/episode523.

Dr. John Paul Maye, Technical Director at Hopsteiner, joins Cade in the lab to talk about his work on the impact dry hopping has on beer bitterness, IBU, and pH. The Brü Lab is brought to you by Imperial Yeast who provide brewers with the most viable and fresh yeast on the market. Learn more about what Imperial Yeast has to offer at ImperialYeast.com today. | Read More | Breaking Down The Science Of Dry Hopping And Its Effects On Bitterness

The Book of Job “The Question of the Ages—Why?” Job 3:11-26 (NIV) – [11] “Why did I not perish at birth, and die as I came from the womb? [12] Why were there knees to receive me and breasts that I might be nursed? [13] For now I would be lying down in peace; I would be asleep and at rest [14] with kings and counselors of the earth, who built for themselves places now lying in ruins, [15] with rulers who had gold, who filled their houses with silver. [16] Or why was I not hidden in the ground like a stillborn child, like an infant who never saw the light of day? [17] There the wicked cease from turmoil, and there the weary are at rest. [18] Captives also enjoy their ease; they no longer hear the slave driver’s shout. [19] The small and the great are there, and the slave is freed from his master. [20] Why is light given to those in misery, and life to the bitter of soul, [21] to those who long for death that does not come, who search for it more than for hidden treasure, [22] who are filled with gladness and rejoice when they reach the grave? [23] Why is life given to a man whose way is hidden, whom God has hedged in? [24] For sighing comes to me instead of food; my groans pour out like water. [25] What I feared has come upon me; what I dreaded has happened to me. [26] I have no peace, no quietness; I have no rest, but only turmoil.” Bitterness of the Soul Bitterness (marah) means strong feelings of hurt, hatred, and resentment toward someone from a sense of being injured or offended; it is the result of prolonged, unresolved anger or disappointment. Job 3:20 (NIV) – [20] Why is light given to those in misery, and life to the bitter of soul… 1. Only we can allow bitterness into our souls. Job 7:11 (NIV) – [11] “Therefore I will not keep silent; I will speak out in the anguish of my spirit, I will complain in the bitterness of my soul. Job 10:1 (NIV) – [1] “I loathe my very life; therefore I will give free rein to my complaint and speak out in the bitterness of my soul. 2. Bitterness can be the cause of complaining. Job 21:23-25 (NIV) – [23] One man dies in full vigor, completely secure and at ease, [24] his body well nourished, his bones rich with marrow. [25] Another man dies in bitterness of soul, never having enjoyed anything good. 3. Bitterness is expressed in envy. Job 27:2 (NIV) – [2] “As surely as God lives, who has denied me justice, the Almighty, who has made me taste bitterness of soul… 4. Feelings of injustice is a root of bitterness. Ezekiel 27:31 (NIV) – [31] They will shave their heads because of you and will put on sackcloth. They will weep over you with anguish of soul and with bitter mourning. 5. Unresolved grief can give way to bitterness.

This week, we are covering Bitterness.

God worked graciously in Esau's and Jacob's lives. He moved Esau to forgive Jacob and blessed them both through his grace. Holding onto bitterness only harms the bitter one.

In seasons of hardship, it might feel natural to shift our focus from the Lord and His faithfulness to our negative feelings about the situation. We can begin to see them as facts. Feelings can be misleading, and when left unchecked, we leave our hearts open to cultivating bitterness. Bitterness is blinding, and it prevents us from seeing our Hope. Join us for session three as we discuss how to prevent it from taking root in our hearts and take back the ground bitterness has stolen. Verses Used: Ruth 1:15 Ruth 1:16-18 Colossians 3:12-17 Ecclesiastes 7:9 James 1:19-20 Lamentations 3:22-24 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Ruth 1:22 Discussion Questions: 1. What causes us to be bitter and how do those infected by it act? 2. Do you currently or have you ever struggled with bitterness toward God about something He has allowed? 3. Is there anyone in your life with whom you are bitter? How do you feel about that person and how does it affect your behavior toward them? 4. Why do we allow bitterness to rule in our hearts? 5. How can we actively battle against bitterness, forgive and gain freedom from it?

A new MP3 sermon from Cornerstone Community Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Uprooting Bitterness, Part 2 Subtitle: Uprooting Bitterness Speaker: Paul Tautges Broadcaster: Cornerstone Community Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 9/25/2022 Bible: Ephesians 4:17-32 Length: 53 min.

This episode is also available as a blog post: http://diningwithjesus.net/2022/09/26/how-to-deal-with-bitterness-and-resentment-6/

When I think about grief, of course I (especially given my circumstances) first think about the loss of a loved one through death. I would imagine that is what most people initially think of when they talk about grief.   However, grief at its core is “the response to loss”. We began last episode talking about that a little with Petra, and this episode is chock FULL of such incredible wisdom surrounding this in my conversation with my friend Sarah.   In this episode, we discuss…⁠ How Sarah navigated a canceled wedding and celebrations amidst the pandemic⁠ How to develop new friendships as an adult⁠ Why there's a fear about praying specific prayers, and why it's important to⁠ How to pluck out bitterness when you aren't being celebrated the way you celebrate others⁠ What Lemonade Day is and how we can each learn from the reason behind it⁠ Why your friends need to feel seen ⁠   Sarah is someone I've always known to bring such insight and authenticity to everything she does, and this conversation is no different! If you have experienced the loss of a life milestone, struggle with bitterness, are curious to hear about grief from a non-death perspective, or relate to any of the things above, this is the episode to listen to.⁠   Also, connect with Sarah for an incredible friendship and beautiful food! @sarahlindsaypogue   Purchase my book: www.specialupsanddowns.com WEBSITE: www.milemarkermiracles.com INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/milemarkermiracles FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/milemarkermiracles ⁠

Pastor Dwight Richards preaches a message about bitterness. He teaches us that when we choose not to forgive we forfeit the forgiveness of God.       *Please note that as of October 2 DCC sermons will no longer be on PodBean but will be available on our website at https://dayspringchurch.net/sermons/.

An overview of the last two episodes.

A new MP3 sermon from Capital City Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Freedom from Bitterness Subtitle: Reclaiming Surrendered Ground Speaker: Pastor Timothy Janzen Broadcaster: Capital City Baptist Church Event: Sunday School Date: 9/25/2022 Length: 39 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Berean Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Providence: A Cure for Bitterness Subtitle: Call to Worship Speaker: Pastor Jerry Slate, Jr. Broadcaster: Berean Baptist Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 9/25/2022 Bible: Genesis 50:15-21; Romans 8:28 Length: 5 min.

In this episode I tell of my encounters with an inmate who was fueled by bitterness. It controlled every aspect and action of his life.Exodus 15:22-23; Hebrews 12:15

Forgiveness - Denying the Spirit of Resentment, Bitterness, and Revenge by Strong Tower Bible Church

A new MP3 sermon from Berean Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Providence: A Cure for Bitterness Subtitle: Call to Worship Speaker: Pastor Jerry Slate, Jr. Broadcaster: Berean Baptist Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 9/25/2022 Bible: Genesis 50:15-21; Romans 8:28 Length: 5 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Berean Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Providence: A Cure for Bitterness Subtitle: Call to Worship Speaker: Pastor Jerry Slate, Jr. Broadcaster: Berean Baptist Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 9/25/2022 Bible: Genesis 50:15-21; Romans 8:28 Length: 5 min.

Naomi bears her soul to her daughters in law and to the ladies of her town, expressing her loss and despair. A bitterness of heart is the outcome of the emotions of the the heart being allowed to determine what is truth. The Lord provides for His people who wrestle with these emotions and sometimes the bitterness of heart.

Life is filled with tests. We may not enjoy the test, but it does cause us to grow. The people of Israel experienced a miracle, but just three days later, they turned against God. God tested them to show that they needed to be healed. Bitterness had taken root. God revealed His Name as Healer and promised that if they obeyed Him, they would never suffer under the diseases that came upon the Egyptians because of their rebellion. Face the tests of life with confidence and know the Lord your Healer is with you!

I always get asked... How do you hear from God?? It's not that hard actually.  I believe He WANTS us to hear from Him. He is a personal, living God that loves us very deeply. Don't you want to talk to YOUR children? I believe it's the same way with Him. His Word, thru people, thru that still small voice... there are lots of ways.    But there are also things that hinder us from hearing from Him, I believe. Bitterness, unforgiveness, distractions... those things can cause walls that block us from hearing from Him.    What were Jesus's examples? What did Jesus do to hear from His Father? Let's discuss all of this in today's episode!! 

A new MP3 sermon from Berean Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Providence: A Cure for Bitterness Subtitle: Call to Worship Speaker: Pastor Jerry Slate, Jr. Broadcaster: Berean Baptist Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 9/25/2022 Bible: Genesis 50:15-21; Romans 8:28 Length: 5 min.

You've messed up. Maybe really badly. You're staring your sin in the face. In this moment you have one of three options: 1) you can overemphasize and exaggerate the burden of righteous living emboldening yourself to embrace rebellion and bitterness against a God who requires something of you 2) you can down play your actions while simultaneously minimizing your salvation or 3) you can wrench your eyes from your sin and look at the cross, accepting your wretched behavior but also finding life in His free gift of grace. Today's readings focus on these choices either to vilify God, minimize God, or trust God. The readings are extremely rich, interesting, and even though the themes aren't new, my heart heard them in a new way. I hope you have the same experience!

DISCLAIMER! This episode makes prophets mad at the devil

Have you ever wondered how unforgiveness affects your mental, physical and spiritual health? This episode shares some thoughts, research and expert opinion about it.Would you like to share your thoughts about this topic on the podcast?Please send me a voice note dm on IG or Facebook, with your answers to the following three questions and I'll feature you in a future episode of the podcast:1. What does forgiveness mean to you?2. What are the benefits of forgiving?3. Are there offenses that are unforgivable?If you would love to share your story on the #MessyCantStopHer podcast, click here.   Thank you so much for listening! Music Credit:  https://indiefy.me/wanted-carter 

A new MP3 sermon from Cornerstone Community Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Uprooting Bitterness, Part 1 Subtitle: Uprooting Bitterness Speaker: Paul Tautges Broadcaster: Cornerstone Community Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 9/18/2022 Bible: Ruth 1 Length: 44 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Trinity Presbyterian Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Faithfulness Amid Bitterness Subtitle: Ruth Speaker: Jacob Yohannan Broadcaster: Trinity Presbyterian Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 9/18/2022 Bible: Ruth 1:1-5 Length: 40 min.

Women’s Bible Study “Delighting in a Life of Triumph” A Study on the Life of Joseph (Genesis 37-50) Sept. 2022 through Feb. 2023

"There's nothing more that Satan wants to do and sin within your heart than to turn your heart hard to justify yourself in your bitterness. It will destroy not only you but everyone in and around you, and it will not restore what was lost." Today's reminder is from a recent Theocast episode hosted by Pastor Jon Moffitt and Pastor Justin Perdue. Listen to the full episode here! To learn more about our ministry, please visit http://theocast.org

Session 6: Dealing with the Roots of Bitterness | Men's Bible Study This teaching was done by our late pastor Bob Phillips.

Apparently God's not finished encouraging us when it comes to getting delivered from bitterness. Bitterness is a horrible disease!

Bitterness is an acid that destroys its own container. Everyone at some point has felt bitterness, but how do we deal with that? How do we forgive? Just starting your Jesus journey? Let us know by filling out this form so we can connect with you personally https://lifechurchgreenbay.captivate.fm/hello-card (Hello Card) Tithes & OffersPlease consider giving to help us spread the life giving message of Jesus to the 920 and beyond https://lifechurchgreenbay.captivate.fm/lcgb-give (Give Here) -- Follow Life Church on socialshttps://lifechurchgreenbay.captivate.fm/lcgb-facebook (LCGB Facebook) https://lifechurchgreenbay.captivate.fm/lcgb-instagram (LCGB Instagram) https://lifechurchgreenbay.captivate.fm/lcgb-youtube (LCGB YouTube)

When the Mystery Becomes Messy When Real Life Collides with Biblical Truth What is the biblical idea of marriage? Stott summarizes it well: Marriage is an exclusive heterosexual covenant between one man and one woman, ordained and sealed by God, preceded by the leaving of parents, consummated in sexual union, issuing in a permanent mutually supportive partnership, and normally crowned with the gift of children. (Involvement,163) Marriage is to be permanent, sacred, intimate, mutual, and exclusive. 1. What if your spouse/gf/bf sins against you? What is the Key? **Forgiveness ** Ephesians 4:32 **I will not hold it against you I will not bring it up again I will ask God for grace in my heart to do the first 2. ** Real forgiveness deals with the sin. Stop saying it is ok, no big deal. CALL IT SIN. 2. What about Porn? Emotional, mental, physical abuse? Violence, alcohol, drugs, etc. Matthew 5:28 But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart. Matthew 19:8–9 8 He saith unto them, Moses because of the hardness of your hearts suffered you to put away your wives: but from the beginning it was not so. 9 And I say unto you, Whosoever shall put away his wife, except it be for fornication, and shall marry another, committeth adultery: and whoso marrieth her which is put away doth commit adultery. 3. How do I deal with Bitterness? Forgive Pray for offender to become a follower of Christ, God to change their life 4. What are the ingredients for a great marriage? Mutual Submission Honor/Respect Love 5. How much will it take for a marriage to be successful? vs. 31 100% Leave and Cleave 6. What if I am single? 1 Corinthians 7:7–9 7 For I would that all men were even as I myself. But every man hath his proper gift of God, one after this manner, and another after that. 8 I say therefore to the unmarried and widows, It is good for them if they abide even as I. 9 But if they cannot contain, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to burn. Date only Christians Date only faithful Christians Resist Temptation 1 Corinthians 10:13 There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it. 7. Should I marry an unbeliever? 1 Corinthians 6:18–20 18 Flee fornication. Every sin that a man doeth is without the body; but he that committeth fornication sinneth against his own body. 19 What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own? 20 For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God's. 2 Corinthians 6:14–15 14 Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness? 15 And what concord hath Christ with Belial? or what part hath he that believeth with an infidel? 8. Can I remarry? Do I have to remarry? Biblical Divorce = Biblical Remarriage Matthew 5:32 32 But I say unto you, That whosoever shall put away his wife, saving for the cause of fornication, causeth her to commit adultery: and whosoever shall marry her that is divorced committeth adultery. Matthew 19:9 9 And I say unto you, Whosoever shall put away his wife, except it be for fornication, and shall marry another, committeth adultery: and whoso marrieth her which is put away doth commit adultery. 1 Corinthians 7:1–15 1 Now concerning the things whereof ye wrote unto me: It is good for a man not to touch a woman. 2 Nevertheless, to avoid fornication, let every man have his own wife, and let every woman have her own husband. 3 Let the husband render unto the wife due benevolence: and likewise also the wife unto the husband. 4 The wife hath not power of her own body, but the husband: and likewise also the husband hath not power of his own body, but the wife. 5 Defraud ye not one the other, except it be with consent for a time, that ye may give yourselves to fasting and prayer; and come together again, that Satan tempt you not for your incontinency. 6 But I speak this by permission, and not of commandment. 7 For I would that all men were even as I myself. But every man hath his proper gift of God, one after this manner, and another after that. 8 I say therefore to the unmarried and widows, It is good for them if they abide even as I. 9 But if they cannot contain, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to burn. 10 And unto the married I command, yet not I, but the Lord, Let not the wife depart from her husband: 11 But and if she depart, let her remain unmarried, or be reconciled to her husband: and let not the husband put away his wife. 12 But to the rest speak I, not the Lord: If any brother hath a wife that believeth not, and she be pleased to dwell with him, let him not put her away. 13 And the woman which hath an husband that believeth not, and if he be pleased to dwell with her, let her not leave him. 14 For the unbelieving husband is sanctified by the wife, and the unbelieving wife is sanctified by the husband: else were your children unclean; but now are they holy. 15 But if the unbelieving depart, let him depart. A brother or a sister is not under bondage in such cases: but God hath called us to peace. 9. What I didn't choose a Biblical option? Confess sin Repent. Stay in the marriage you are in. 1 John 1:9 9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

Welcome to Passionate Life Church! Pastor Andrew continues his series "Foothold". This week we look at relationships and the importance of eliminating bitterness in our lives. Welcome Home! ----------------------------------- Sermon Notes: "Relationship Edition" Ephesians 4:26-28 NIV Topos: a place, region, seat; an opportunity. Bitterness Five footholds of bitterness. Proverbs 14:10 NLT Signs of bitterness can often produce feelings that are resentful, cynical, harsh, cold, relentless, and unpleasant to be around. 2. Bitterness loves to disguise itself as justified wrong. Hebrews 12:14-15 NLT 3. Bitterness poisons other people. Acts 8:18-24 NIV 4. Bitterness stops us from moving on. Ephesians 4:31-32 NLT How do we get rid of our bitterness? Mark 11:22-25 NIV 5. When we refuse to forgive it allows the bitterness to grow. ------------------------------------------------------ Thanks for listening! If you were positively impacted by this message, please leave us a comment! Be sure to like and subscribe to our channel to stay connected to this house. Join us every Sunday at 9:00am or 10:30am Website: www.passionatelifechurch.com/ Give: www.passionatelifechurch.com/give Spotify: http://bit.ly/passionatelifechurch Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/passionatelifechurch Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passionatelifechurch/ Need Prayer? Contact us at passionatelifechurch@gmail.com — ► — Passionate People. Multicultural Environment. Atmosphere to Experience God. You will feel Loved, Refreshed, & Empowered Loved: We have an atmosphere of acceptance and an environment that creates a “come as you are” message. Everyone will feel loved! Refreshed: We serve a God of the Fresh Start! No matter where you've been or what you've done, God wants to refresh you today and every day. Empowered: God wants to grow you into everything He's called you to be and do. We want to give you all of the tools you will need to empower you to live a life fully devoted to Jesus Christ. We are non-denominational & believe that the Bible is truth and fully written by God through man. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/passionatelifechurch/message

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Yes!  You are in!  BTR is back and another nugget uncovered from 19.  Are you bitter or better?  Bitterness can can get the best of us at times.  Terrible things can bog us down.  This is what this rag-tag-bunch-of-flawed dudes tackle in this sesh...Side note, thank you so much for sharing when worthy.  Extra bonus, join us at FriDudes.com, get more insight, invites, join in and add your favorite tough question...here you go....

Unforgiveness. Bitterness. Hurt. You can choose to release these things or walk around like an offended little b*tch. It's all up to you. Join us this week and slide into our inbox, boo thang! We want to hear what you have to say! GiveMeTheTipPodcast@gmail.comMake sure to follow us on Instagram, like us on Facebook, & Subscribe. Like what you hear?! Please leave us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review on your favorite podcast directory below.

Is it ever okay to be angry with God? We are usually angry at God because we know that behind our difficult circumstances, there is God. In this message from 2 Samuel 6, we consider two truths to help us process our anger like King David. Bitterness only separates us from the help we need. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/172/29

Is it ever okay to be angry with God? We are usually angry at God because we know that behind our difficult circumstances, there is God. In this message from 2 Samuel 6, we consider two truths to help us process our anger like King David. Bitterness only separates us from the help we need. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at rtwoffer.com or call us at 1-888-217-9337.

With Heady Topper, John Kimmich created one of the most sought-after beers in the world, and effectively created the profile of the modern IPA. In Part 1 of this tour-de-force of a conversation, we talk to John about his path to opening The Alchemist with his wife, Jen, in 2003; the business — and current landscape — of craft beer; his advice on opening a brewery; and what distinguishes great beer from mediocre beer.TOPICS & TIMES:Pittsburgh Steelers (2:42)John's Beer Background (4:50)The Effects of Prohibition (18:52)Mediocre Beer (22:42)Current Landscape of Craft Beer (25:42)Being Fortunate vs Being Lucky (34:28)Opening The Alchemist (39:23)Why the name, ‘The Alchemist' (44:59)Skiing / Snowboarding (51:45)Why Vermont? (52:55)Heady Topper & It's Origins (55:39)Advice on Opening a Brewery? (1:03:13)Great Beer vs. Mediocre Beer (1:05:25)Bitterness vs. Astringency (1:11:44)Today's Hazy IPAs (1:18:21)RELATED LINKSThe Alchemist BreweryBLISTER's Open Mic SeriesCHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister PodcastBikes & Big IdeasOff the CouchGEAR:30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is it ever okay to be angry with God? We are usually angry at Him because we know that behind our difficult circumstances, there is God. In this message from 2 Samuel 6, we consider the truth about who God is when we're angry at Him. Bitterness only separates us from the help we need. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at offerrtw.com or call us at 1-800-215-5001.

Bitterness unchecked can leave feeling isolated, unloved, and extremely self-centered. Find out how to overcome and be free from this negative emotion controlling your life.

Mosaic Lead Pastor Erwin McManus delivered the first incredible message in Mosaic's new series ‘Fresh Start' Drawing from Isaiah 43:15, Pastor Erwin gives you three specific ways that you can step into a new part of your life: Put your past in the past, fight the fight you're in, and see what you do not see. Although you are meant to learn from the past, you are not created to live in the past. The biggest things that hold you in the past are bitterness and regret. Bitterness requires that you forgive someone else, while regret requires that you forgive yourself. To step into a fresh start, you must find the courage to forgive those who have hurt you and find the courage to forgive yourself when you hurt others. When you wait on God, it can oftentimes look a lot like doing nothing. Most likely God is waiting on you. Fight the fight you're in as you keep your eyes alert to what God is doing around you. God is already creating the future, you just need fresh eyes to see the new thing he's building! Pastor Erwin presents this challenge: Your fresh start is not going to come to you. It needs to come through you. If you're ready to embark on a fresh start for your life, this message is for you!

Bitterness is harbored hurt hidden in the heart. Of all the emotions I will cover, I believe this one may be the most dangerous. I fear bitterness in my life more than anything else. Do you know why? Because bitterness is an acid that destroys its own container. In a New Testament book called Hebrews 12 there is some strong warning about the danger of bitterness, but also some great wisdom on how to deal with bitterness. If you are bitter now, you will be better later.

When the World Trade Center towers fell on September 11, 2001, Greg Rodriguez was one of the victims who died in the wreckage. As his mother Phyllis and his father grieved, they also carefully considered their response to such a horrific attack. In 2002, Phyllis met Aicha el-Wafe, the mother of one of the men accused of helping the terrorists. Phyllis said she “approached her and opened my arms. We embraced and cried. . . . For Aicha and me, there was an immediate bonding. . . . We both suffered on account of our sons.” Phyllis met Aicha amid shared pain and sorrow. Phyllis believed that fury over her son’s death, appropriate as it was, could not heal her anguish. Listening to Aicha’s family story, Phyllis felt compassion, resisting the temptation to view them merely as enemies. She desired justice, but believed we must release the temptation to seek revenge that often grips us when we’ve been wronged. The apostle Paul shared this conviction, admonishing us to “get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger . . . along with every form of malice” (Ephesians 4:31). As we relinquish these destructive powers, God’s Spirit fills us with new perspective. “Be kind and compassionate to one another,” Paul says (v. 32). It’s possible to work for wrongs to be made right while also refusing rageful vengeance. May the Spirit help us show compassion that overcomes bitterness.

As he continues the series titled Choices, Pastor Jack Graham brings a powerful message relevant to us all, Forgiveness Over Bitterness. Forgiveness is at the core of the Christian faith and life. When we realize how we have been forgiven, we should choose to live a life of forgiving others. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/395/29

Jase tells the story of how Reed found himself the victim of grand theft auto and what can lead to a person's rejection of good authority. Phil discusses how the world has become so angry that bitterness is used as fuel, but that God is the ultimate consuming fire. Al tells the story of a man who sucker-punched an innocent person in New York. And Jase shares the number-one thing that "Unashamed" listeners tell him they have difficulty letting go of when it comes to holding a grudge. Watch the Unashamed overtime show, only on BlazeTV: https://BlazeTV.com/Unashamed Visit https://Keeps.com/PHIL and get 50% off your first order of hair loss treatment - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices