Bitterness Quote by Ronald Rolheiser
“This is perhaps the greatest moral challenge Jesus left us: We all do pretty well in love when the persons we are loving are warm and gracious, but can we be gracious and mellow in the face of bitterness, jealousy, hatred, withdrawal? That's the litmus test of love.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Mystery of Love, Ronald Rolheiser, 2005
True love is tested by how we treat those we dislike, not just those we adore.
In simple terms: Love is shown by kindness to the bitter and jealous.
Key Takeaway
Practice grace toward all, especially the difficult.
Themes
love
grace
challenge
Mood
hopeful
serious
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- marriage
- family counseling
- conflict mediation
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
empathy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we cultivate grace toward enemies?
- What practices help soften bitterness?
A Different Perspective
Grace may feel impossible when emotions run high.
