Overcoming Bitterness

By: Rhonda Jones

What is Bitterness?

Bitter- being or inducing the one of the four basic taste sensations that is

peculiarly acrid, astringent, or disagreeable and suggestive of an infusion of

hops

http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bitter

Bitter- being or inducing the one of the four basic taste sensations that is

peculiarly acrid, astringent, or disagreeable and suggestive of an infusion of

hops

http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bitter

Unpleasant Circumstances

In our lives, we are often confronted with circumstances beyond our control.

Relationships turn sour, friendships may end, and our plans often fail. These

circumstances often catches us off guard, leaving us feeling bitter. However, bitterness is

contrary to God's attitude.

In our lives, we are often confronted with circumstances beyond our control.

Relationships turn sour, friendships may end, and our plans often fail. These

circumstances often catches us off guard, leaving us feeling bitter. However, bitterness is

contrary to God's attitude.

Bitterness is Unpleasant

Bitterness is “acrid”. Acrid describes a substance that is sharp, harsh, or

unpleasantly pungent in taste and odor. The intensity of feelings contained

within bitterness are often unbearable. This can lead to feelings of depression

and even suicide.

http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acrid

A Sweet Smelling Savor

As I read the definition of acrid, I was reminded of how the offerings presented

to God were of a sweet smelling savor Exodus 29:18. A sweet smelling savor is

pleasant, fragrant, soothing, and pleasing to the senses. To the contrary,

bitterness is a stench in God's nostril.

The Solution

The solution to bitterness is a change in attitude. This will take prayer and meditation on the

Word of God. Remember to always keep an attitude of thanksgiving no matter the circumstances.

Praise God during the good times as well as the bad. Thanksgiving moves the Hand of God.

After a while, your heart will be filled with joy and peace.

The solution to bitterness is a change in attitude. This will take prayer and meditation on the

Word of God. Remember to always keep an attitude of thanksgiving no matter the circumstances.

Praise God during the good times as well as the bad. Thanksgiving moves the Hand of God.

After a while, your heart will be filled with joy and peace.

Thank You For Reading!!

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The background photo used in this presentation is my original artwork which can is be

found below. It is entitled ,“Tangled”.

http://www.e-junkie.com/249121

Also, visit my blog for more inspirational articles: http://www.rhoadiesplace.com/