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Roots of bitterness, forgiveness, and a soft heart

Scripture for bitterness

When bitterness takes root, open the Word. These passages warn against a bitter spirit, call us to forgive as Christ forgave, and point a wounded heart back to the Lord.

Seven readings · King James Version

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Day 1

Hebrews 12:14–15

King James Version

14Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord:

15Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled;

Day 2

Ephesians 4:31–32

King James Version

31Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice:

32And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you.

Day 3

James 3:14–16

King James Version

14But if ye have bitter envying and strife in your hearts, glory not, and lie not against the truth.

15This wisdom descendeth not from above, but is earthly, sensual, devilish.

16For where envying and strife is, there is confusion and every evil work.

Day 4

Proverbs 14:10 and Mark 11:25

King James Version

10The heart knoweth his own bitterness; and a stranger doth not intermeddle with his joy.

25And when ye stand praying, forgive, if ye have ought against any: that your Father also which is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses.

Day 5

Colossians 3:12–13

King James Version

12Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering;

13Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also do ye.

Day 6

Psalm 73:21–26

King James Version

21Thus my heart was grieved, and I was pricked in my reins.

22So foolish was I, and ignorant: I was as a beast before thee.

23Nevertheless I am continually with thee: thou hast holden me by my right hand.

24Thou shalt guide me with thy counsel, and afterward receive me to glory.

25Whom have I in heaven but thee? and there is none upon earth that I desire beside thee.

26My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever.

Day 7

Matthew 6:14–15 and Romans 12:17–21

King James Version

14For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you:

15But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

17Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

18If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.

19Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

20Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.

21Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.

Common questions

Scripture Path FAQs

What Scripture helps with bitterness?

Hebrews 12:14–15, Ephesians 4:31–32, and Colossians 3:12–13 put the root of bitterness beside kindness, forgiveness, and a tender heart. This path gathers seven King James readings for that healing.

How should I use this bitterness Scripture path?

Read slowly. One reading a day works well. Ask the Holy Spirit to search your heart for any root of bitterness, then pray the verse back to God in your own words.

Does MDT Church believe God still softens bitter hearts today?

Yes. We are a Spirit-filled church in Riceville. We preach Jesus, pray for one another, and trust the Holy Ghost to heal wounded hearts and make room for forgiveness.

What if I need prayer about bitterness right now?

Call our Prayer Line at 1.877.226.4088. You can also come as you are to MDT Church — Sunday 11:00 AM & 6:00 PM, Tuesday Prayer Night 7:00 PM — at 245 County Road 677, Riceville, TN 37370.

Is this a substitute for counseling or medical care?

No. These pages open the Word and point you to prayer and church family. If you need professional help, please seek it — and keep leaning on Jesus while you do.

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