LEARN NOT TO BE BITTER.
I learned something from my late mother, who was not a bitter woman and was quick to forgive. I saw my mother quickly make up with those who offended her, and it was remarkable.
She told me that I should never be bitter, unforgiving, or brood over disappointment. She said people will reap what they sow, as God is the ultimate judge.
I have used that to deal with my life, disappointments, and betrayal. Several people have let me down in life. My children, seeing the betrayal by some church members years ago, said: “Dad, knowing how well you loved and supported these people, what would you do if you saw them anywhere”? I told them that I would hug them. I said they were the ones who betrayed me, that the guilt was theirs, and that I would always love them. I meant it.
In life, if you are bitter, you won’t be better. Always be the bigger person. When they go low, you go high. God is the ultimate judge. He knows our hearts and intentions.
I found out that mature people don’t get bitter because they know anything can happen tomorrow. Look at the politicians. They don’t fight forever. They will have issues and make up with their opponents. It is their supporters who act foolishly by fighting each other. Politicians can move from one party to another.
I also found that any disappointment is a test of our maturity. Will you seek revenge, do a tit-for-tat, fight back, or walk in love with maturity? If you pass the test, you will go higher in life. It has worked for me a lot.
If you don’t want to limit your growth and advancement, walk in love, and you will gain the world, including those who hated you or betrayed you. I see you rise!
My name is Dele Olawanle. I am a coach. I think, write, and speak to improve lives. Share this post. Follow me for more insights and inspiration.
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