Hebrews 12:15 · KJV

"Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled;"

King James Version

Passage Context

¹³And make straight paths for your feet, lest that which is lame be turned out of the way; but let it rather be healed.

¹⁴Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord:

¹⁵Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled;

¹⁶Lest there be any fornicator, or profane person, as Esau, who for one morsel of meat sold his birthright.

¹⁷For ye know how that afterward, when he would have inherited the blessing, he was rejected: for he found no place of repentance, though he sought it carefully with tears.

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Reflection Questions

How do you guard against bitterness in your life?

What does failing to recognize grace mean for you?

When have you seen bitterness affect a community?

Life Application

community

Stay vigilant in your relationships to prevent bitterness from taking root. Regularly communicate and resolve conflicts with others.

faith

Reflect on the grace you have received and extend it to others, fostering a spirit of forgiveness and understanding.

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