Monthly Archives: January 2014

The Destruction of a Bitter Life

Posted on January 29, 2014 by familyencouragement

When I was a Youth Pastor I had two parents of young people in our ministry that were negative, cynical, sarcastic and just generally unpleasant to be around.   They kept score (in great detail) of how people had done them … Continue reading →

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Bitterness Destroys Families

Posted on January 23, 2014 by familyencouragement

I have counseled hundreds of couples regarding problems in their marriages.   Without question the number one issue over all others at the root of their difficulties is bitterness.    It isn’t even close to other primary causes (finances, in-law conflicts, sexual … Continue reading →

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Bitterness Destroys Friendships

Posted on January 14, 2014 by familyencouragement

Years ago I saw a friend I hadn’t seen in a long time.    While we were catching up on mutual high school classmates I brought up the name of someone with whom they were very close.    The reply was, “We … Continue reading →

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Bitterness Destroys Churches

Posted on January 9, 2014 by familyencouragement

I have been a member of five churches in my life.     The best things that have ever happened to me have been through my affiliation with those different church families.    I am so grateful for all of my pastors and … Continue reading →

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Bitterness, a Prelude to other Troubles

Posted on January 4, 2014 by familyencouragement

Have you ever sat in a restaurant while waiting for your meal and taken note of those around you?    I’m especially fascinated by the dynamic of couples and how they tend to change as they grow older.   You see it … Continue reading →

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