Dealing with someone else’s hate for us can be a trying and terrible process. It might leave us feeling hurt, furious, and baffled as we wonder why someone would have such wrong thoughts toward us.
Turning to the Bible for direction and solace can be highly beneficial in these difficult circumstances.
The Bible is filled with scriptures that speak to the realities of hatred in our world and offer hope and support to struggling people. In this post, we will look at numerous Bible texts concerning someone hating you and how we may apply their wisdom and insights to our own lives.
Whether you’re coping with a difficult coworker, a resentful family member, or a friend who has turned against you, these verses can help you find strength and calm amid terrible situations.
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Bible Verses About Someone Hating You
1. John 15:18-19
“If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first. If you belonged to the world, it would love you as its own. As it is, you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. That is why the world hates you.”
2. 2 Timothy 3:12
“In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted.”
3. 1 Peter 4:12-13
“Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed.”
4. Acts 14:22
“strengthening the disciples and encouraging them to remain true to the faith. ‘We must go through many hardships to enter the kingdom of God,’ they said.”
5. Philippians 1:29
“For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in him, but also to suffer for him.”
6. 1 John 3:13
“Do not be surprised, my brothers and sisters, if the world hates you.”
7. Revelation 2:10
“Do not be afraid of what you are about to suffer. I tell you, the devil will put some of you in prison to test you, and you will suffer persecution for ten days. Be faithful, even to the point of death, and I will give you life as your victor’s crown.”
8. Romans 8:17
“Now if we are children, then we are heirs—heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we share in his sufferings in order that we may also share in his glory.”
9. James 1:2-4
“Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.”
Finding Comfort In God’s Love and Protection
10. Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”
11. Psalm 91:14-16
“Because he loves me,” says the Lord, “I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name. He will call on me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and honor him. With long life I will satisfy him and show him my salvation.”
12. Isaiah 41:10
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
13. Romans 8:38-39
“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
14. 2 Thessalonians 3:3
“But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one.”
15. Deuteronomy 31:6
“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”
16. Psalm 23:4
“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”
17. Hebrews 13:5-6
“Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, ‘Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.’ So we say with confidence, ‘The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?”
18. 1 Peter 5:7
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
Responding To Hatred with Love and Forgiveness
19. Matthew 5:44
“But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.”
20. Romans 12:17-21
“Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: ‘It is mine to avenge; I will repay,’ says the Lord. On the contrary: ‘If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.’ Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”
21. Luke 6:27-28
“But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.”
22. Colossians 3:13
“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.”
23. Ephesians 4:31-32
“Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”
24. Matthew 18:21-22
“Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, ‘Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?’ Jesus answered, ‘I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.'”
25. 1 Peter 3:9
“Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult. On the contrary, repay evil with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.”
26. Proverbs 25:21-22
“If your enemy is hungry, give him food to eat; if he is thirsty, give him water to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head, and the Lord will reward you.”
27. Luke 23:34
“Jesus said, ‘Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.’ And they divided up his clothes by casting lots.”
Learning From Biblical Examples of Persecution and Hostility
28. 2 Corinthians 11:24-28
“Five times I received from the Jews the forty lashes minus one. Three times I was beaten with rods, once I was pelted with stones, three times I was shipwrecked, I spent a night and a day in the open sea, I have been constantly on the move. I have been in danger from rivers, in danger from bandits, in danger from my fellow Jews, in danger from Gentiles; in danger in the city, in danger in the country, in danger at sea; and in danger from false believers. I have labored and toiled and have often gone without sleep; I have known hunger and thirst and have often gone without food; I have been cold and naked.”
29. Acts 7:59-60
“While they were stoning him, Stephen prayed, ‘Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.’ Then he fell on his knees and cried out, ‘Lord, do not hold this sin against them.’ When he had said this, he fell asleep.”
30. 1 Peter 4:12-16
“Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you. If you suffer, it should not be as a murderer or thief or any other kind of criminal, or even as a meddler. However, if you suffer as a Christian, do not be ashamed, but praise God that you bear that name.”
31. John 15:18-20
“If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first. If you belonged to the world, it would love you as its own. As it is, you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. That is why the world hates you. Remember what I told you: ‘A servant is not greater than his master.’ If they persecuted me, they will persecute you also. If they obeyed my teaching, they will obey yours also.”
32. Matthew 10:22
“You will be hated by everyone because of me, but the one who stands firm to the end will be saved.”
33. 1 Peter 2:19-21
“For it is commendable if someone bears up under the pain of unjust suffering because they are conscious of God. But how is it to your credit if you receive a beating for doing wrong and endure it? But if you suffer for doing good and you endure it, this is commendable before God. To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps.”
34. Matthew 24:9
“Then you will be handed over to be persecuted and put to death, and you will be hated by all nations because of me.”
35. Acts 14:22
“We must go through many hardships to enter the kingdom of God,” they said.
36. Philippians 1:29
“For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in him, but also to suffer for him.”
Trusting in God’s Plan and Ultimate Justice
37. Romans 8:28
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
38. 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?”
39. Psalm 56:3-4
“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. In God, whose word I praise—in God I trust and am not afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?”
40. Psalm 118:6
“The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?”
41. Isaiah 41:10
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
42. Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
43. 1 Peter 5:6-7
“Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
44. Psalm 62:5-8
“Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him. Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken. My salvation and my honor depend on God; he is my mighty rock, my refuge. Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.”
45. Isaiah 40:31
“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”
46. Revelation 21:4
“He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”
What Does The Bible Say About Someone Hating You
One of the central messages of the Bible is the importance of love. In the New Testament, Jesus teaches us to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us (Matthew 5:44).
This message is also echoed in other parts of the Bible. For example, the book of Proverbs says, “If your enemy is hungry, give him food to eat; if he is thirsty, give him water to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head, and the Lord will reward you” (Proverbs 25:21-22).
These passages suggest that even when someone hates us, we should respond with kindness and compassion rather than hatred or aggression.
At the same time, the Bible acknowledges that being hated can be a painful and challenging experience. In the book of Psalms, the psalmist expresses his anguish over being hated by others: “Save me from my enemies, O God; protect me from those who rise against me.
Deliver me from evildoers and save me from those after my blood” (Psalm 59:1-2). The psalmist’s words capture the intense emotional pain that can come with being hated by others.
Despite the challenges of being hated, the Bible encourages us to trust God and seek His guidance and protection.
The book of Proverbs says, “The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble” (Proverbs 9:9). This passage reminds us that even when we are facing hatred from others, we can turn to God for strength and support.
Conclusion
Finally, the Bible understands that anger and antagonism toward others are a part of living in a sinful world. It teaches us to respond with love and forgiveness even when we are the subject of someone’s wrath.
The words of Scripture can provide us with comfort and strength by reminding us of God’s love for us and His desire for us to love our adversaries.
May we seek to emulate Jesus’ example by showing mercy and compassion to those who despise us, believing in the Lord’s protection and provision in all circumstances.
