Forgiveness Leads to God's Blessing

Genesis 33:1-9

Esau also had every reason to be mad at Jacob because he stole his birth right.  However, he chooses to forgive Jacob and even welcomes him back.  Why?  God had blessed Esau so much that Esau did not feel a need to hold on to his anger.  Now I am not saying God will bless us with riches if we forgive.  What I am saying is anger and grudges keep us from recognizing and receiving the many blessings of our Father.  Let go of the negative to seek the positive.

Questions for further thought:
1. What anger or bitterness are you holding onto today?
2. If you let that anger or bitterness go, what blessings do you see?

​Challenge: If you have anger or bitterness towards someone, ask God to help you release it and seek to recognize God’s blessings.