Quote by Joyce Meyer

I know from personal experience how damaging it can be to live with bitterness and unforgiveness. I like to say it's like taking poison and hoping your enemy will die. And it really is that harmful to us to live this way.

I know from personal experience how damaging it can be to li

Summary

This quote suggests that holding onto bitterness and unforgiveness can have dire consequences. The speaker shares a personal experience, implying that harboring such negative emotions is like poisoning oneself, hoping that it will harm their enemy. The quote warns against the damaging effects of holding grudges, highlighting how it can detrimentally impact the person carrying these feelings. Ultimately, it emphasizes the importance of letting go of bitterness and practicing forgiveness for the sake of one's own well-being.

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By Joyce Meyer

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