Date: Wednesday, 13th December, 2023
Text: Hebrews 12:14-15
Author: Pastor Adedeji Fadehan
Exhortation:
Unforgiveness is a poison that pollutes your spirit and imprisons you in your past and robs you of the joy of the present. It is dangerous not to let go of the hurts done against you. If care is not taken, unforgiveness can degenerate into bitterness and a willingness to seek revenge. Bitterness makes you caustic, defiles your spirit and distorts your whole view of life. You become suspicious of people and lose valuable relationships.
The Word of God says, we should, “Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord: Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled.” Hebrews 12:14-15
When you refuse to forgive, your relationship with God is negatively affected, your prayers are hindered and you open the door for Satan to afflict you. The Word of God says, “Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath: Neither give place to the devil.” Ephesians 4:26-27
Again God’s word says, “And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive them, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins.” Mark 11:25
Wherever you see unforgiveness, you will see the demon of bitterness, malice, anger, and hatred. Many once blissful homes and friendships have been shattered because of this attitude.
Don’t get stuck in your past, forgive and move on in the joy of the present and the glories of the future.
Action Nugget: Release all those who have offended you today and your life will experience the showers of blessings.