In 1983 the Lord set me in a church that became my home for 21 years. I remember the first sermon. The pastor was speaking about one another. He had given us a list with the verses ~ there were over 30!

I have finished memorizing Colossians 3. I am reluctant to leave it because it is such a rich chapter. Verse 13 says, “Bearing with one another, and forgiving one another, if anyone has a complaint against another; even as Christ forgave you, so you also must do.”

Do you harbor any grudges? They are strongholds that off-gas the toxic chemicals of bitterness and resentment. They defy God’s command to forgive as we have been forgiven. According to Hebrews 12:15 our bitter root grudge defiles those around us.

Disobedience to God’s word blocks the grace He has for those who walk in humility. Holding a grudge is pride ~ and God resists the proud.