Letting Go of Bitterness and Anger

I watched the videos I made yesterday at my hometown's Memorial Day ceremony. I heard myself speaking some bitter words. I wasn't listening to the speakers. Frankly they were ticking me off. I am thankful that I didn't put it out there publicly. It wouldn't have been helpful to anyone. It may have hurt. It is good that they still had the ceremony that honored the dead.

Letting go of bitterness and anger isn't easy. When I contemplate the carnage that our governor and other democratic governors have done, I can't help getting angry. The bitterness comes in when I feel helpless to do anything about it. I know that it is detrimental to my health to let anger and bitterness rule me.

I understand that God is in control. It is the only thing that keeps me going. I can function when I know that he will work all things out for my good. I can stop stressing over what's happening.

Letting go of bitterness and anger is necessary. It doesn't serve any purpose.

I resolve to hand over my fears for tomorrow to the One who holds all tomorrows in his hands. I will let God reign in my heart and mind. I won't try to control my destiny, but put my destiny in his hands. He will guide me and save me.

Letting go of bitterness and anger frees me to love others. The release of bitterness and anger creates a void that can be filled with God's love. I know that I can't let go when I do it under my own power and strength. There has to be someone to help me let go.

I can't rely on my own devices. I have to rely on God. It is the only way to true peace and happiness.

Letting go of bitterness and anger shows others that you are a child of God. They want what you have, because it shows on your face. You can't hide the happiness that flows out of you. It is also like a weight being lifted.

I praise God for releasing me from bitterness and anger. I can move forward in his perfect plan. I cherish the lessons that I am learning.

Letting go of bitterness and anger honors God. It tells him that you trust him with your life. You are letting him control you and bring you joy.

I love you, Lord. You fill my heart with gladness. You free my soul to soar over the heavens. How marvelous are the works of your hands! I see them new every morning.