We understand that you're holding onto bitterness towards individuals in your life, and we're here to pray with you and provide guidance from the Word of God. Bitterness can be a heavy burden to carry, and it's important to remember that God wants us to live in freedom and forgiveness.
Firstly, let's address the issue of bitterness according to the Bible. In Hebrews 12:15 WEB, we are warned, "See to it that no one comes short of the grace of God; that no root of bitterness springing up causes trouble, and by it many be defiled." Bitterness can not only harm our own spiritual well-being but also affect those around us.
In Ephesians 4:31-32 WEB, we are instructed, "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." This passage reminds us that we are to forgive as we have been forgiven in Christ.
Let's pray together:
Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up our brother/sister who is struggling with bitterness. Lord, we ask that You would heal their heart and help them to release this bitterness to You. Help them to forgive as they have been forgiven in Christ. Give them the strength to let go of this burden and find peace in You. Guide them through Your Word and by Your Spirit to live in the freedom that You have called us to. We ask all these things in Jesus Christ, the name above all names.
We encourage to meditate on the words of 2 Corinthians 10:5, where God tells us to cast down every imagination, and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ.
Remember, forgiveness is not saying that what happened was acceptable; it's choosing to let go of the bitterness and leaving justice to God. Trust that He sees your pain and will deal with the situation according to His perfect will.
Lastly, we want to ensure that you have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. It is only through His name that we have access to God the Father and it is only by His name that men and women can be saved. If you have not already, consider the simple and glorious Gospel message of repentance from sin towards God and Faith in our Precious Lord Jesus Christ. John 3:16 says "For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life." If you believe this today, your sins will be forgiven and you will have eternal life.
If you would like to share more details about your situation, we're here to listen and provide further guidance and prayer.