Biblical Truths for Hidden Words

“Three Biblical Truths For Our Hidden Wounds”

Every man and woman, deals one time or another with a hidden wound. One that dislikes a person could have intentionally inflicted this pain, or accidentally brought on by one that is close to the heart. 2 Corinthians 1:4 says “He comforts us in all of our troubles so that we can comfort others.” God comforts even the hidden wounds that are often left in the dark. The bible speaks directly on three biblical truths to overcome this giant that is so often faced.

I. I must confess my hurt.

Psalm 39:2-3 “I kept very quiet but I became even more upset. I became very angry inside, and as I thought about it, my anger burned.”

Psalm 32:3 “When I kept things to myself, I felt weak deep inside of me and I moaned all day long.”

A. I must be honest with 3 people.

1. Me

2. God

3. A person that you trust.

Job 18:4 “You are hurting only yourself with your anger.”

B. You are never going to get well until you release your anger.

1. Gave up the right to be offended.

2. Christ was not bitter.

II. Forgive those who have hurt you.

Ephesians 4:32 “Forgive each other as readily as God forgave you in Christ.”

A. God has forgiven me.

Colossians 3:13 “Be ready to forgive. Never hold grudges. Remember that he forgave you, so you must forgive others.”

B. Resentment does not work.

1. Doesn’t