Breaking Free from Past Grudges: A Biblical Approach

Breaking Free from Past Grudges: A Biblical Approach Holding onto grudges can feel justified, especially when we’ve been deeply hurt. However, grudges keep us trapped in bitterness, while forgiveness sets us free. The Bible teaches that letting go of resentment is not only an act of obedience but also a path to inner peace. Here’s how we can release past grudges through God’s Word. 1. Acknowledge the Hurt but Don’t Dwell on It Ecclesiastes 3:1, 3 – “There is a time for everything… a time to heal.” It’s okay to feel hurt, but we must not let it define us. Holding onto grudges only prolongs the pain. Healing starts when we acknowledge the hurt but choose to move forward. 2. Recognize That Holding Grudges Hurts You More Hebrews 12:15 – “See to it that no one falls short of the grace of God and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble and defile many.” Bitterness is like a poison—it damages our heart, steals our joy, and affects ou...