Okay, girls for the next 3 weeks I want to share with you my heart, we will be discussing some deep issues, that I have personally dealt with, and found comfort from family, and God's Word.This made me the person I am today. So the first subject is bitterness. What is bitterness? Merriam-webster dictionary defines it as; causing painful emotions : felt or experienced in a strong and unpleasant way. So here is a peek into my past, I am the youngest of 6 kids the three younger ones all adopted which includes me, my sister Crystal who is 2 years older and Krissy who was 3 years older.When I was 12 years old my older sister Krissy was diagnosed with a Neuromuscular disease called; Myasthenia Gravis,which caused her to be in and out of the hospital constantly, although it wasn't severe to the point of attacking her limbs it attack her respiratory system, causing her to have a hard time breathing,and swallowing. on top of that she had a Severe Attachment Disorder and Learning disabilities due to being neglect as a baby, before being adopted into our loving christian family.So that created a lot of stress in our family caring for her. One thing you need to know about my amazing sister was she graduated High School even with her learning disabilities, and was always smiling no matter what life threw at her!! but then on November 22nd, 2004 she passed away and went home to be with her Heavenly Father, at that time,I was 16 years old, I became very bitter towards my family, and God. I yelled at God and asked Him why did he have to take my best friend away, I started to blame Him,for everything, asking Him why he put me in this horrible life. I had closed my heart and mind to those around me, and just shut down, and wanted to end my life, But God had a bigger,and better plan for my life. When I got upset, I took it out on my family, and you know what was the only thing that calmed me down... was when my mom, dad, our siblings read God's Word out loud to me. Girls, I can't stress enough on how God's Word is SO powerful!!!! It is what has gotten me through so much!!! People think I should be a person who hates life, and muddle in my sorrow of the past, But NO!! God used those hard times in my life to mold,grow and strengthen me into becoming the young woman I am today!! I had to ask God's forgiveness for blaming Him, My bitterness was so strong that it blinded me to the truth. and turned me into an ugly person on the inside, making me resentful, cynical, harsh, cold, relentless, and unpleasant to be around. So when you are feeling bitterness overwhelm you, go to God's Word!! Don't let Satan gain that stronghold!! It will drag you down!!. So to close, I want to share some amazing scripture that show just how horrible bitterness is and how we should react instead.
Ephesians 4:31-32 (NLT)
Get rid of all bitterness, rage, anger, harsh words, and slander, as well as all types of evil behavior. Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another,
just as God through Christ has forgiven you.
- Romans 3:14-18 (NLT)
- Hebrews 12:15 (NLT)
We need to put on the full armor of God to help us stand against this evil that can tear us apart.
Ephesians 6:10-18 (NLT)
The Whole Armor of God
A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places.
Therefore, put on every piece of God’s armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil. Then after the battle you will still be standing firm. Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor of God’s righteousness. For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared.In addition to all of these, hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil.Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.
Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere.
** Bitterness is like drinking poison and hoping the other person dies**
- Unknown
** Bitterness is like drinking poison and hoping the other person dies**
- Unknown
Be Real,
Natasha
