How Bitterness Slowly Takes Over

Become New with John Ortberg

Most of us think unforgiveness is something we choose.

But what if it’s actually something that slowly grows inside of us… without us even realizing it?
In today’s teaching, we explore the road to NOT forgiving—how small hurts turn into resentment, how rumination fuels bitterness, and how unforgiveness quietly takes hold of your heart.

Drawing from Scripture, personal reflection, and the research of Everett Worthington, this message exposes the hidden patterns that keep us stuck—and offers hope that change is possible.

Because unforgiveness doesn’t just affect others…it shapes you. 


📚 Today's Resources:
Workbook resource by Everett Worthington (forgiveness process): 
https://bit.ly/REACHWorksheet

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Most of us think unforgiveness is something we choose.

But what if it’s actually something that slowly grows inside of us… without us even realizing it?
In today’s teaching, we explore the road to NOT forgiving—how small hurts turn into resentment, how rumination fuels bitterness, and how unforgiveness quietly takes hold of your heart.

Drawing from Scripture, personal reflection, and the research of Everett Worthington, this message exposes the hidden patterns that keep us stuck—and offers hope that change is possible.

Because unforgiveness doesn’t just affect others…it shapes you. 


📚 Today's Resources:
Workbook resource by Everett Worthington (forgiveness process): 
https://bit.ly/REACHWorksheet

🙌 New episodes every weekday.
📲 Subscribe, like, and share to help others grow spiritually. One day at a time.

Become New is here to help you grow spiritually one day at a time.
TEXT us at 51504
EMAIL US at connect@becomenew.com

GET OUR WEEKDAY EMAILS WITH EXTRA GOODIES at becomenew.com/subscribe
GET A TEXT REMINDER FOR NEW VIDEOS: text NEW to 51504
SEND US PRAYER REQUESTS: via text or email; we'll send you a written prayer from our team

😊 Join Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CnqywVp9s/
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Music Credits:
Beyond by Waes Hael MB01C7DBTWRVYUQ

2026-04-29 13 min
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