Running to God, when we are offended, is the best decision we could make. Understanding His view is better than our perception.
Here are some of the verses in the Bible to remind, teach, and comfort us when we are offended:
It‘s wise to be patient and show what you are like by forgiving others. Proverbs 19:11
Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God. James 1:19-20
If the world hates you, know that it has hated me before it hated you. John 15:18
Do not take to heart all the things that people say, lest you hear your servant cursing you. Your heart knows that many times you yourself have cursed others. Ecclesiastes 7:21-22
Great peace have those who love your law;
nothing can make them stumble. Psalm 119:165
A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back. Proverbs 29:11
A truly good friend will openly correct you. You can trust a friend who corrects you, but kisses from an enemy are nothing but lies. Proverbs 27:5-6
Repay no one evil for evil, but give thought to do what is honorable in the sight of all. If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all. Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.” To the contrary, “if your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink; for by so doing you will heap burning coals on his head.” Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. Romans 12:17-21
A servant of the Lord must not quarrel but must be kind to everyone, be able to teach, and be patient with difficult people. 2 Timothy 2:24
A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” John 13:34-35
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