#Genesis 25; Genesis 27; Obadiah 12; Matthew 6:15; 1 John 4:10; Matthew 18:15#
Henry Schorr's main point is that resentment and bitterness can have devastating consequences, not only for individuals but also for their relationships and communities, as seen in the story of Esau and Jacob in Genesis 25 and 27. He emphasizes that when we respond to hurt in an ungodly way, we poison our soul and relationships, but when we respond in a godly way, we inhale life into our soul and relationships. Schorr highlights that the book of Obadiah warns the descendants of Esau that judgment is coming their way unless they repent and that God hates resentment and bitterness in our lives. He encourages listeners to resist resentment by surrendering their pride to God, taking initiative to forgive, and blessing those who have hurt them. Ultimately, Schorr invites listeners to choose forgiveness and to break the cycle of resentment, just as Jesus forgave us, and to leave their suitcases of resentment at the foot of the cross.