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    Robin Bertram Ministries

    Restoring Hearts,
    Transforming Lives

    Overcoming Bitterness
    “Pursue peace with all people, and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord; looking
    carefully lest anyone fall short of the grace of God, lest any root of bitterness springing up cause
    trouble, and by this many become defiled;” (Hebrews 12:14-15 NKJV).

    Bitterness affects most greatly the one who holds it. It is an indication of extreme wickedness and gall.
    It is evil speaking or evil feelings held against another. The root word actually means “to cut or to
    prick, literally, sharp or pointed.” Bitterness is poison and it does defile. It often stems from being hurt
    or wounded in some way, and therefore the offended party holds another accountable for a wrong.
    Bitterness is the result of refusal to forgive, thus emotions turn into hatred, rage, or potentially a violent
    nature. Frequently the embittered has an inward desire or need to retaliate. It can affect the physical
    body and it also grieves the Holy Spirit. It is a tool that Satan frequently uses to defile those who will
    walk in agreement with it. It will destroy the one held captive by it.

    1. Bitterness defiles you.


    2. Bitterness makes you feel heavy, angry and unhappy.
    3. You can give it up.
    4. It is a choice.

    Steps to Overcome Bitterness


    1. Ask God to help you.
    2. Bless those who persecute you. Romans 12:14-19
    3. Do not repay evil with evil. Romans 12:14-19
    4. Trust God to deal with wrongdoing of others I Peter 2:23
    5. Make every effort to live in peace with everyone. Hebrews 12:14-15
    6. Forgive others so that your heavenly Father may forgive you. Matthew 6:14-15
    7. Thank God now for your freedom!
    "Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be
    kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you"
    (Ephesians 4:31, 32).

    Pray this Prayer


    Father, I acknowledge that I've held resentment and bitterness against _______________. I confess
    this as sin and ask you to forgive me. I forgive __________________. Remind me, Lord, to not
    hold any more resentment, but rather to love this person. Father, I ask you to also forgive
    ______________________. Thank you for hearing and answering my prayer. In Jesus’ name I
    pray, Amen.

    Robin Bertram rmb-crm@nc.rr.com


    Robin Bertram Ministries www.RobinBertram.TV

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