From Bitterness to Forgiveness
From Bitterness to Forgiveness 📖 Bible Study: Scripture: Ephesians 4:31-32 (NIV) > "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." --- 🧠 Reflect: Bitterness is a silent poison. It starts small—maybe a harsh word, an offense, a betrayal—but if left unchecked, it grows into resentment, anger, and division. Paul’s words in Ephesians call us to do more than just suppress our bitterness; we're told to "get rid of it." That means identifying it, uprooting it, and replacing it with something radically different: kindness, compassion, and forgiveness. --- 💬 Key Truths from the Passage: 🔥 Bitterness is dangerous – It corrupts our hearts and damages relationships. 💛 Kindness is powerful – It reflects the heart of God and softens others. 🤝 Forgiveness is essential – Not optional, but a command rooted in how God for...