Wednesday, September 23, 2009 8:23 PM
Why is it difficult for one to resolve bitter experiences ? Because one never forgets bitter experiences.Because our memory of how others have hurt us remains in our mind."Each heart knows its own bitterness, and no one else can fully share its joy." - Proverbs 14:10 (New Living Translation)Bitterness causes a loss of the blessings which included emotional stability, peace & even joy . And it also results in the loss of production of good works which are a major source of blessing & reward in the plan of GodLook at Joseph & Naomi whom both faced bitter experiences & yet responded differently.(Genesis 50)-Joseph leave the judgement to God, saw God's sovereign hand in all adversity & even showed genuine love & concern to those who hurt him. - Naomi, on the other hand, faced similar difficulties & change her name to Mara which means bitter. She even responded incorrectly to bitter experiences & became even bitter.Simple Question: Which of these two would you like to be, later in life?I know its never easy in doing God's works, but God promised us that he'll water our seed & grow it up into a wonderful plant & even bring forth much fruit isnt it ? God's word is our seed ; God's promises must be planted deep in our hearts.Rebuilding a bitterness attitude, the Bible says one must have a genuine repentant heart for the bitterness within one's heart. Three elements found in Ephesians 4:32 must be develop into one's life.1) Kindness 2) Tenderhearted 3) Forgiving one anotherForgiveness is difficult because we do not understand what is involved. For one to understand forgiveness, he must first understand God. Jesus shares four steps in responding to those who have hurt us.1) Love them 2) Bless them 3) Do good to them 4) Pray for themHard isnt it ? But Jesus fulfilled that. Look at how wonderful is our God !
