Bitterness results from what others did to us, said about us, or took from us (be it real or imaginary). Though we blame them for these ills, often we’re the voluntary victims of our own unforgiveness. Those filled with bitterness are dysfunctional and dangerous. They’re obsessed with those they passionately hate or despise, and constantly prowl around for an opportunity to hurt, humiliate, or slander them. The ROOT cause of bitterness is a lack of grace in a person’s life. To be bitter is to be unforgiving, miserable, and a willing slave of those who have hurt us. Stop drinking the toxin of bitterness. For Christ’s sake, forgive! (Hebrews 12:15; Ephesians 4:31, 32; Matthew 18:21-35; Colossians 3:12, 13).—Samuel Koranteng-Pipim
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SAMUEL KORANTENG-PIPIM,PH.D. , is a US-based Ghanaian author, inspirational speaker, leadership trainer, and an advocate for youth empowerment. He was trained in engineering and systematic theology, and has authored more than twenty books. They include his bestselling works Hope Through the Dark, Six More Chances, Healed Wounds but Ugly Scars, and Patience in the Midst of Trials and Afflictions. Dr. Pipim currently directs two Centers for Leadership Development known as EAGLES (Empowerment & Advisory Group for Leadership, Excellence, & Service) and ANANSE (African Network & Advisory for Needed Services & Excellence). www.EAGLESonline.org. He also serves as a special consultant on Bible projects for Remnant Publications. 