"8 Bible Verses To Help Overcome Bitterness" 
DAY 1 

I wanted to share with you a series of 8 mini-devotionals that really ministered to me. Crystal McDowell has captured a very fresh biblical perspective on "bitterness" that touched my heart deeply about my need to confess, forgive, reconcile, and move forward. Hope these words comfort, convict, and bless you too. 
Tenderly,
Pastor Fred

John 16:33

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” 

A bitter spirit can happen to any one of us if we aren’t careful. A bitter root can grow subtly in our hearts long before the fruit of it rises to the surface. Unresolved anger, an unforgiving attitude, resentment, jealousy, and continued disappointment are just a few of life’s struggles that cause us to plunge into bitterness.

There is a remedy for the bitter spirit—it’s the healing balm of the Word of God. Taken in small doses over a period of time can release the tortured soul to know love, joy, and peace from the Holy Spirit. Study the following 8 Bible verses to help overcome bitterness:

When bitterness attempts to take over our hearts, we need to circle back to our Lord and remember that He overcame the world. While the Lord has promised us that He will never leave us—He never promised that life would be easy. Many times life doesn’t seem fair and we are tempted to give over to bitterness. Trials and difficulties will pass away, but God’s grace is given in abundance for those who lean and trust in Him through the tough times of life.