02/24/2025
Bitterness
It has been building and building in our society—it is like a pandemic. It is seen in all nations. It is seen from both sides of the socio-political perspective. It has affected Christians and non-Christians. It is especially seen on social media, major networks, radio, and newspapers —conservative and liberal networks. Many appear to be consumed with it. What is it? Bitterness.
Bitterness is the root of anger, disappointment, or irritability. Once allowed within it is hard to stop. Relationships become tied to “our side.” This is seen by what protest a person joins. On social media algorithm, intended or not, will keep your friends slanted to a set of views to which you respond.
Bitterness results in internal issues that cause profound troubledness within. At one point, it becomes near impossible to turn back. Hebrews 12 says,
14-17 Work at getting along with each other and with God. Otherwise, you’ll never get so much as a glimpse of God. Make sure no one gets left out of God’s generosity. Keep a sharp eye out for weeds of bitter discontent. A thistle or two gone to seed can ruin a whole garden in no time. Watch out for the Esau syndrome: trading away God’s lifelong gift to satisfy a short-term appetite. You well know how Esau later regretted that impulsive act and wanted God’s blessing—but by then it was too late, tears or no tears. A backpack full of heart-burning resentment gets heavy and can lead to anxiety and depression. We get to decide, keep bitterness or live with peace, within and others.
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