"Whom the Son Sets Free is Free Indeed"
The declarations of God, especially as revealed in Scripture. This may take the form of commands or promises. The term can also refer to Jesus Christ as the incarnate Word of God.
The word of God revealed as law
God has made his commands and requirements known Ps 147:19 See also Ex 20:1-17; 24:3; 34:27-28; Dt 5:5; Isa 2:3 Mic 4:2; Mt 15:6 Mk 7:13
Bitterness– a state of rage and wrath, sometimes brought on by unfair treatment or unfavorable circumstances.
The causes of bitterness
Adverse personal circumstances Job 10:1 Also see: Ge 27:34; Ru 1:20 “Mara” means “bitter”; 1Sa 30:6; 2Sa 13:36; 2Ki 4:27; Ps 55:4-14; Pr 17:25; Jer 6:26
There is none holy as the LORD: for there is none beside thee: neither is there any rock like our God. 1 Samuel 2:2
The value of putting one’s trust in God is emphasized throughout Scripture. This trust, which is nourished by a knowledge of God’s revealed truth, manifests itself in a life lived in accordance with his will. In the Bible, there are examples of right trust being placed in others.
Grounds for trust in God
Trust in God’s power and strength Ex 14:31; 2Ti 1:12 Also see: 2Sa 22:1-3 pp Ps 18:2-3; Ps 9:9-10; 115:9-11; 144:1-2
Apprehension and unease about the future. According to the Bible, such anxiety ultimately stems from a lack of faith in God and his plans.
God bestows discernment through his Holy Spirit. It is received through the teaching of God’s word and the wisdom of a fresh perspective. Faithful people strive to increase their comprehension of and familiarity with God’s truth.
Discernment as sound judgment
Judging the right course
Pr 15:21; Php 1:9–10
The fallen human mind is at odds with God’s thinking because of its internal orientation. But it has the capacity to know God and be transformed and restored by him.
The human mind is the seat of reason and decision-making
Job 12:1-3 See also 1Ch 17:2; 2Ch 7:11; Ne 5:7; Ps 19:14; 49:3; Pr 15:28; 19:21; Ecc 2:3; 8:16; Da 4:16; 5:12; 7:1; Ro 10:10; 14:5; 1Co 14:14-15; 1Pe 1:13; Rev 17:9