Day 9 Daily Time Tithe

Today I was forced to deal with the stupidity of others that directly affected me and my family. I felt a wide variety of emotions in such a short period of time. I was furious at first, then panic & fear quickly hit, then frustration. I can be a big momma bear when people mess with my family so I guess today I was in full momma bear mode.

So after I calmed down, here I sit reflecting on my day. My mother suggested I read Psalm 91. It was just what I needed. I am no longer fearful or angry. I gave it over to God and am choosing to believe we will not be affected! As for the person who upset me....yeah that still a work in progress. I can feel God pulling at my heart to pray for the person but my flesh is still very strong with that situation. I am allowing Him to work on me and hopefully soon, my bitterness and dislike for this person will give way to prayer and empathy.

I know bitterness and hatred is wrong, even when someone has wronged you or your loved ones. It may feel or even be justified given the circumstances but that bitterness and hatred will eat you up inside. I know this from experience. I am learning to give it over to Jesus, daily. Jesus loves this person just as much as me no matter what they say or do to me or my family. If I want to be an example of Jesus' love for others, I cannot continue to harbor these feelings.

So to this person I will say this. "I forgive you for the wrong you've done me and my family." It is not likely that this person will read this but there, I've at least said it out loud and typed it.

Jesus, please continue to work in my heart to remove the bitterness, resentment and hatred. I ask for strength and self control when I am testing in these things. Please bless the person who I did me and my family wrong. In Jesus' name. Amen.

If you are reading this and haven't forgiven someone for hurting you, for doing you wrong. Take a moment to reflect on the situation and forgive them. When you purposely stay in that place of bitterness and hatred, you give that person power over you. Once you forgive them, that power is gone. You don't have to tell them necessarily (unless you feel led too). But do it for yourself so you can start to clean up your heart and break off the control they have over you. If it makes you cry, then let it out. It will cleans your soul!

Peace, Love & Blessings!
Nikki