The concept of evil is a common theme in the Bible and is often used to describe any action or behavior that opposes God’s will or deviates from His divine plan for the world.
Evil can manifest in many forms, including sin, corruption, wickedness, and rebellion against God.
The Bible offers a unique perspective on evil, providing readers with a clear understanding of its nature and how it can be overcome.
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Bible Verses About Evil
1. Romans 12:21
“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”
2. Isaiah 5:20
“Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness, who put bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter.”
3. Psalm 27:1
“The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”
4. John 10:10
“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.”
5. 1 John 4:1
“Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, for many false prophets have gone out into the world.”
6. Matthew 10:28
“And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell.”
7. 1 Peter 5:8
“Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.”
8. Ephesians 6:12
“For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.”
9. Matthew 7:15
“Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves.”
10. James 4:7
“Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”
Bible Verses About Evil Doers
11. Psalm 58:3
“The wicked are estranged from the womb; they go astray from birth, speaking lies.”
12. Psalm 11:5
“The Lord tests the righteous, but his soul hates the wicked and the one who loves violence.”
13. Psalm 37:9
“For the evildoers shall be cut off, but those who wait for the Lord shall inherit the land.”
14. Revelation 21:8
“But as for the cowardly, the faithless, the detestable, as for murderers, the sexually immoral, sorcerers, idolaters, and all liars, their portion will be in the lake that burns with fire and sulfur, which is the second death.”
15. Psalm 58:10
“The righteous shall rejoice when he sees the vengeance; he shall bathe his feet in the blood of the wicked.”
The Nature of Evil According to the Bible
16. Ephesians 2:2
“In which you formerly walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, of the spirit that is now working in the sons of disobedience.”
17. 1 John 5:19
“We know that we are of God, and that the whole world lies in the power of the evil one.”
18. James 4:7
“Submit therefore to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.”
19. John 8:44
“You are of your father the devil, and you want to do the desires of your father. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth because there is no truth in him. Whenever he speaks a lie, he speaks from his own nature, for he is a liar and the father of lies.”
20. 1 Peter 2:11
“Beloved, I urge you as aliens and strangers to abstain from fleshly lusts which wage war against the soul.”
21. 1 Corinthians 10:13
“No temptation has overtaken you but such as is common to man; and God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will provide the way of escape also, so that you will be able to endure it.”
22. Galatians 5:19-21
“Now the deeds of the flesh are evident, which are: immorality, impurity, sensuality, idolatry, sorcery, enmities, strife, jealousy, outbursts of anger, disputes, dissensions, factions, envying, drunkenness, carousing, and things like these, of which I forewarn you, just as I have forewarned you, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.”
Bible Verses About the Origin of Evil
23. Genesis 3:1-7
“Now the serpent was more crafty than any beast of the field which the Lord God had made. And he said to the woman, ‘Indeed, has God said, ‘You shall not eat from any tree of the garden’?’ The woman said to the serpent, ‘From the fruit of the trees of the garden we may eat; but from the fruit of the tree which is in the middle of the garden, God has said, ‘You shall not eat from it or touch it, or you will die……”
24. Isaiah 14:12-15
“How you have fallen from heaven, O star of the morning, son of the dawn! You have been cut down to the ground, You who have weakened the nations! But you said in your heart, ‘I will ascend to heaven; I will raise my throne above the stars of God, And I will sit on the mount of assembly In the recesses of the north. I will ascend above the heights of the clouds; I will make myself like the Most High.’ Nevertheless you will be thrust down to Sheol, To the recesses of the pit.”
25. Ezekiel 28:13-17
“You were in Eden, the garden of God; Every precious stone was your covering: The ruby, the topaz and the diamond; The beryl, the onyx and the jasper; The lapis lazuli, the turquoise and the emerald; And the gold, the workmanship of your settings and sockets, Was in you. On the day that you were created They were prepared. You were the anointed cherub who covers, And I placed you there. You were on the holy mountain of God……”
26. John 8:44
“You are of your father the devil, and you want to do the desires of your father. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth because there is no truth in him. Whenever he speaks a lie, he speaks from his own nature, for he is a liar and the father of lies.”
27. 1 John 3:8
“The one who practices sin is of the devil; for the devil has sinned from the beginning. The Son of God appeared for this purpose, to destroy the works of the devil.”
28. Revelation 12:7-9
“And there was war in heaven, Michael and his angels waging war with the dragon. The dragon and his angels waged war, and they were not strong enough, and there was no longer a place found for them in heaven. And the great dragon was thrown down, the serpent of old who is called the devil and Satan, who deceives the whole world; he was thrown down to the earth, and his angels were thrown down with him.”
29. Luke 10:18
“And He said to them, ‘I was watching Satan fall from heaven like lightning.'”
30. 2 Peter 2:4
“For if God did not spare angels when they sinned, but cast them into hell and committed them to pits of darkness, reserved for judgment.”
Bible Verses About Overcoming Evil
31. Romans 12:21
“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”
32. James 4:7
“Submit therefore to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.”
33. Ephesians 6:10-11
“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might. Put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil.”
34. 1 John 5:4
“For whatever is born of God overcomes the world; and this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith.”
35. Revelation 12:11
“And they overcame him because of the blood of the Lamb and because of the word of their testimony, and they did not love their life even when faced with death.”
36. Matthew 5:44
“But I say to you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.”
37. Proverbs 16:7
“When a man’s ways are pleasing to the Lord, He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.”
38. 2 Timothy 1:7
“For God has not given us a spirit of timidity, but of power, love and discipline.”
39. Psalm 34:13-14
“Keep your tongue from evil And your lips from speaking deceit. Depart from evil and do good; Seek peace and pursue it.”
40. 1 Peter 5:8-9
“Be of sober spirit, be on the alert. Your adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. But resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same experiences of suffering are being accomplished by your brethren who are in the world.”
Bible Verses About Overcoming Evil With Good
41. Romans 12:21
“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”
42. Matthew 5:38-39
“You have heard that it was said, ‘An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth.’ But I say to you, do not resist an evil person; but whoever slaps you on your right cheek, turn the other to him also.”
43. 1 Thessalonians 5:15
“See that no one repays another with evil for evil, but always seek after that which is good for one another and for all people.”
44. Luke 6:27-28
“But I say to you who hear, love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.”
45. Proverbs 25:21-22
“If your enemy is hungry, give him food to eat; And if he is thirsty, give him water to drink; For you will heap burning coals on his head, And the Lord will reward you.”
46. Matthew 5:44
“But I say to you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.”
47. Romans 12:20
“But if your enemy is hungry, feed him, and if he is thirsty, give him a drink; for in so doing you will heap burning coals on his head.”
48. Ephesians 4:32
“Be kind to one another, tender-hearted, forgiving each other, just as God in Christ also has forgiven you.”
Bible Verses About Resisting Evil
49. James 4:7
“Submit therefore to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.”
50. Ephesians 6:11-12
“Put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places.”
51. 1 Peter 5:8-9
“Be of sober spirit, be on the alert. Your adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. But resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same experiences of suffering are being accomplished by your brethren who are in the world.”
52. Matthew 6:13
“And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from evil. [For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.]”
53. 1 Corinthians 10:13
“No temptation has overtaken you but such as is common to man; and God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will provide the way of escape also, so that you will be able to endure it.”
Conclusion
From warning against its influence to offering guidance on overcoming it, these verses provide comfort and strength for those facing evil.
They remind us that evil is not an inevitable force to be reckoned with but rather a temptation that can be resisted through faith, prayer, and reliance on God’s grace.
Ultimately, the Bible assures us that good will prevail over evil and that, in the end, justice will be served.
