What are some Bible verses about insults? Insults and unkind words are unfortunately a common occurrence in our fallen world. Even faithful believers can sometimes face harsh criticism or mocking from those who oppose God. What does the Bible say about how we should respond to insults? Here are some key Bible verses about insults: Proverbs 12:18 – Words can deeply wound “There is one whose rash words are like sword thrusts, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.” Insults cut deeply and can leave lasting scars. We should be cautious with our speech and avoid words that tear…
Author: Tim Collings
The Five Festival Scrolls, also known as the Five Megillot, are five books of the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) that are traditionally read aloud in synagogues during certain Jewish festivals. The Five Megillot are: Song of Songs – Read on Passover Ruth – Read on Shavuot (Pentecost) Lamentations – Read on Tisha B’Av Ecclesiastes – Read on Sukkot Esther – Read on Purim The Hebrew word “megillah” literally means “scroll” and refers to these five books because they were traditionally written on separate scrolls. Here is some background information on each of the Five Megillot: Song of Songs The Song…
Ezekiel 33:11 says, “Say to them, As I live, declares the Lord God, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but that the wicked turn from his way and live; turn back, turn back from your evil ways, for why will you die, O house of Israel?” This is an important verse that gives insight into God’s heart when it comes to the fate of the wicked. The Context of Ezekiel 33:11 To properly understand this verse, it’s important to look at the context. Ezekiel was a prophet speaking to the people of Israel who were in…
The story of Job in the Bible deals with the age-old question of why righteous people suffer. Job was a righteous man who suddenly lost everything – his wealth, his children, and his health. In his intense suffering, Job cried out to God for an explanation. Throughout the book, Job’s friends accuse him of having secretly sinned and brought this judgment on himself. Job, however, maintains his innocence and argues his case before God. This raises the question – did Job sin in anything he said during these dialogues? To analyze this issue, we need to look carefully at the…
Immorality is a broad term that encompasses a wide range of sinful behaviors that go against God’s standards of righteousness. The Bible has a lot to say about various forms of immorality and impurity. Here is an overview of some key Bible passages that address the topic: Sexual Immorality Sexual immorality refers to any sexual activity outside of marriage between a man and a woman. This includes adultery, fornication, homosexuality, lust, pornography, and prostitution. Some verses that warn against sexual immorality include: 1 Corinthians 6:18 – “Flee from sexual immorality. Every other sin a person commits is outside the body,…
The verse 1 Corinthians 1:10 states “I appeal to you, brothers, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree, and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be united in the same mind and the same judgment.” This verse comes from Paul’s first letter to the Corinthian church, where he is addressing issues of division and quarreling among the believers there. In the preceding verses, Paul refers to reports he has heard about quarrels and disunity in the Corinthian church (1 Corinthians 1:11). Apparently there were different factions claiming loyalty to different…
Coveting, or envying what someone else has, is a sin according to the Bible. Here is an overview of some key Bible verses about coveting and an explanation of what they teach us: The Ten Commandments The Ten Commandments in Exodus 20:17 state plainly: “You shall not covet your neighbor’s house; you shall not covet your neighbor’s wife, or his male servant, or his female servant, or his ox, or his donkey, or anything that is your neighbor’s.” This foundational commandment forbids coveting anything that belongs to your neighbor. Exodus 20:17 “You shall not covet your neighbor’s house; you shall…
Affliction is a common human experience that involves suffering, adversity, and trials. The Bible has a lot to say about affliction and provides comfort, wisdom, and hope to those experiencing hard times. Here is an overview of some key Bible passages about affliction: Psalms The Book of Psalms contains many cries to God during times of distress and pain. These honest expressions give voice to human suffering and reveal the writers’ faith that God ultimately hears their plea. For example: “I am weary with my moaning; every night I flood my bed with tears; I drench my couch with my…
Speaking evil of no one means avoiding slander, gossip, insults, and other harmful speech directed at others. This phrase comes from Titus 3:2 in the Bible, which reads: “To speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people.” Let’s explore the meaning and implications of this verse more fully. The Broader Context Titus 3:2 falls within a broader passage providing instructions for Christian conduct. The previous chapter encourages believers to live upright, self-controlled, and godly lives while anticipating Christ’s return. Chapter 3 then shifts the focus to relationships within the…
In Mark 12:28-34, Jesus has an intriguing interaction with one of the scribes (experts in the Mosaic Law). This scribe asks Jesus which commandment is the most important, and Jesus responds by quoting Deuteronomy 6:4-5 about loving God and Leviticus 19:18 about loving your neighbor. The scribe affirms that these commandments are more important than sacrifices and burnt offerings. Jesus then tells him, “You are not far from the kingdom of God.” This statement has sparked much discussion over what Jesus meant and how close this scribe actually was to the kingdom of God. To understand this interaction more fully,…