There’s nothing quite as satisfying as getting revenge on someone who has wronged you. The feeling of satisfaction and justice can be overwhelming, and it’s something that we all crave at one point or another. But is revenge worth it?
On the one hand, taking revenge can feel great. You finally get to stand up for yourself and put the person who hurt you in their place. And let’s face it, sometimes people deserve to be punished for the pain they’ve caused.
But on the other hand, revenge can also be a destructive force. It can lead to more conflict and violence, and it can cause you to become consumed by anger and hatred. Not to mention, getting revenge rarely actually solves the problem at hand – it just makes you feel better in the moment.
So what’s the verdict? Is revenge ever a good idea?
There’s no easy answer, but it’s important to weigh the pros and cons before taking action. And remember, revenge is only worth it if you’re prepared to deal with the consequences. Otherwise, you might end up causing more harm than good.
What Does Bible Say About Revenge?
The Bible has a lot to say about revenge. In the Old Testament, the book of Leviticus instructs us not to take revenge on our enemies (Leviticus 19:18). And in the New Testament, Jesus tells us to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us (Matthew 5:44).
Despite what we are told in Scripture, many people still seek revenge when they have been wronged. But is revenge worth it?
When we seek revenge, we are only giving into our anger and hatred. This can lead to more violence and hurt feelings. It also takes away our focus on God and His will for our lives.
Instead of seeking revenge, we should forgive those who have wronged us. This does not mean that we forget what they did, but it does mean that we release them from the hold that their actions have on our lives. Forgiveness is hard, but it is worth it.
If you are struggling to forgive someone who has hurt you, talk to God about it. He will give you the strength and wisdom you need to let go of your anger and pain. And He will help you to see the other person through His eyes of love and mercy.
Bible Verses About Revenge
1. Revelation 19:2
For true and righteous are his judgments: for he hath judged the great whore, which did corrupt the earth with her fornication, and hath avenged the blood of his servants at her hand.
2. Leviticus 19:18
Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I am the LORD.
3. 1 Thessalonians 5:15
See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men.
4. 1 Samuel 24:12
The LORD judge between me and thee, and the LORD avenge me of thee: but mine hand shall not be upon thee.
5. Deuteronomy 23:7
Thou shalt not abhor an Edomite; for he is thy brother: thou shalt not abhor an Egyptian; because thou wast a stranger in his land.
6. Deuteronomy 32:43
Rejoice, O ye nations, with his people: for he will avenge the blood of his servants, and will render vengeance to his adversaries, and will be merciful unto his land, and to his people.
7. Romans 12:18
If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
8. Revelation 6:10
And they cried with a loud voice, saying, How long, O Lord, holy and true, dost thou not judge and avenge our blood on them that dwell on the earth?
9. Acts 22:25
And as they bound him with thongs, Paul said unto the centurion that stood by, Is it lawful for you to scourge a man that is a Roman, and uncondemned?
10. Psalm 18:47
It is God that avengeth me, and subdueth the people under me.
11. Romans 12:17
Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.
12. 1 Peter 4:8
And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins.
13. Jeremiah 29:7
And seek the peace of the city whither I have caused you to be carried away captives, and pray unto the LORD for it: for in the peace thereof shall ye have peace.
14. Proverbs 24:29
Say not, I will do so to him as he hath done to me: I will render to the man according to his work.
15. Romans 12:19
Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
16. Matthew 10:23
But when they persecute you in this city, flee ye into another: for verily I say unto you, Ye shall not have gone over the cities of Israel, till the Son of man be come.
17. Luke 23:34
Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots.
18. Proverbs 20:22
Say not thou, I will recompense evil; but wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
19. 1 Corinthians 6:7
Now therefore there is utterly a fault among you, because ye go to law one with another. Why do ye not rather take wrong? why do ye not rather suffer yourselves to be defrauded?
20. 2 Kings 9:7
And thou shalt smite the house of Ahab thy master, that I may avenge the blood of my servants the prophets, and the blood of all the servants of the LORD, at the hand of Jezebel.
21. Genesis 4:15
And the LORD said unto him, Therefore whosoever slayeth Cain, vengeance shall be taken on him sevenfold. And the LORD set a mark upon Cain, lest any finding him should kill him.
22. Deuteronomy 32:35
To me belongeth vengeance, and recompence; their foot shall slide in due time: for the day of their calamity is at hand, and the things that shall come upon them make haste.
23. 1 Peter 3:9
Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
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