We understand that you're struggling with bitterness and it's commendable that you're reaching out for prayer and support. Firstly, we appreciate that you are persisting in prayer in Jesus' name, and we want to encourage you to continue doing so, as it is only through Him that we have access to God.
Bitterness can take root in our hearts for many reasons, but as believers, we are called to forgive as we have been forgiven. As Ephesians 4:31-32 in the WEB states, "Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander, be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you."
Sometimes, we may not feel or see immediate changes, but that doesn't mean God isn't working. God's timing is perfect, and He is working in our lives even when we can't perceive it. As it is written in Galatians 6:9, "Let us not be weary in doing good, for we will reap in due season, if we don't give up."
Let us pray for you:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You in Jesus' name, lifting up our fellow believer who is struggling with bitterness. Lord, You know the depths of their heart and the root of this bitterness. We ask that You grant them the grace to forgive, the strength to let go, and the peace that surpasses all understanding. Help them to see that Your timing is perfect, and that You are working in their life, even when they can't feel or see it.
Father, we ask that You fill their heart with Your love, joy, and peace. Transform their bitterness into blessing, and their pain into purpose. Help them to trust in You always, no matter the circumstances. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Remember, the fact that you're not seeing or feeling any changes does not negate the power of prayer. Keep trusting in God, keep praying, and keep seeking His face. Consider meditating on the words of Psalm 37:8-9, "Cease from anger, and forsake wrath. Don't fret, it leads only to evildoing. For evildoers shall be cut off, but those who wait for Yahweh shall inherit the land."
Lastly, if there is someone specific you are holding bitterness towards, consider praying for them and blessing them, as Jesus instructed us in Matthew 5:44, "But I tell you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who mistreat you and persecute you,". This can help release the bitterness in your heart and bring healing.