Overcoming Resentment Romans 12:21 Resentment is defined as the feeling of displeasure or indignation at some act, remark, person, etc., regarded as causing injury or insult. Our flesh desires to do evil to those who’ve hurt or mistreated family, friends, or us personally. Yet as those who’ve been bought with a price, we aren’t our own, we belong to God. Anytime we return good to those who’ve done evil to us, we are representing the Lord we serve and not ourselves. It is a spiritual act of worship to do good for those who’ve done evil to us. Yet Joseph’s response to his brother’s heartless act of selling him as a slave was “You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives”. We have no idea what God is still working out. Paul wasn’t shy about naming the names of those who frustrated the work of God in his life. He affirmed with resolution that God will deal with his enemies. As with Paul, we will have difficult people to deal with and many of whom will cause much friction along the way. Yet we don’t have to harbor resentment, rather we trust in God’s ability to right all the wrongs both in this lifetime and the next. I come by this morning to let you know we must look to the word of God for help to overcome resentment. He knows what we are going through and will supply the strength for us to overcome resentment. As we set our eyes on His grace, love, and mercy, we will find the peace we need. Be blessed and I love you!!! JE
Posted on: Sun, 14 Dec 2014 12:18:21 +0000
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