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Bible verses about bitterness

God calls us to release bitterness and embrace forgiveness and peace. These verses free a resentful heart.

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Ephesians 4:31 “Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, outcry and slander, along with every form of malice.” Hebrews 12:15 “See to it that no one falls short of the grace of God, and that no root of bitterness springs up to cause trouble and defile many.” Colossians 3:13 “Bear with one another and forgive any complaint you may have against someone else. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” Ephesians 4:32 “Be kind and tenderhearted to one another, forgiving each other just as in Christ God forgave you.” Romans 12:19 “Do not avenge yourselves, beloved, but leave room for God’s wrath. For it is written: “Vengeance is Mine; I will repay, says the Lord.””