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Oct 27, 2023 · When facing horrendous acts, it’s easy to see evil and thus opt to treat such evil as non-human things to do away with—this is how we become evil ourselves.
Jun 10, 2021 · Key points. "Evil people" and "evil acts" are common, but much less common than is generally believed. Most people are moral and self-controlled. Most people who intentionally harm others don't...
- What Does It Mean to Be Silent About Evil?
- What Does The Bible Say About Being Silent About Evil?
- 3 Ways We Can Stand Up Against Evil
- Conclusion
Being silent about evil means ignoring the opportunities God gives us to do something redemptive in the evil situations we encounter. It involves neglecting to bring attention to evil that’s happening, rather than speaking up about it and taking action for justice. When we choose to be silent about evil, at best, we’re not helping to stop it, and a...
The Bible has a lot to say about how to deal with evil, and as part of that guidance, God’s Word helps us discern how to speak about it. Simply being silent about evil isn’t biblical. Romans 12:21 tells us clearly: “Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” We must speak about evil in order to act against it. Leviticus 5:1 points ou...
So, whenever God calls us to stand up against evil, it’s important to respond faithfully. Here are 3 ways we can stop being silent and start speaking up about evil: 1. Speak up when God calls us to do so – even when we’re afraid. It’s vital to be willing to act whenever we sense God calling us to say or do something in response to evil. Because God...
The Bible says that being silent about evil is usually not wise. We should only be silent if we can’t speak about an evil situation carefully at a certain time. But we should be willing to respond faithfully whenever God calls us to speak out against evil. Neglecting to do so is like giving evil permission to continue. While standing up against evi...
Jul 7, 2015 · 1. It is okay to ask God why. Don’t hide your worries and doubts. Keep your thoughts honest about your confusion. It’s okay to hate injustice. God hates injustice too. 2. Keep praying. Keep reading...
Feb 16, 2023 · The lesson of Proverbs 24:19 echoes in King David’s words: “Do not fret because of those who are evil or be envious of those who do wrong; for like the grass they will soon wither, like green plants they will soon die away. Trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture.
Be sure of this: The wicked will not go unpunished, but those who are righteous will go free. Evil people will surely be punished, but the children of the godly will go free. Be assured, an evil person will not go unpunished, but the offspring of the righteous will be delivered.
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Nov 20, 2015 · From corrupt leaders to successful bullies and criminals (and even terrorists), why does it always seem that the bad guys come out on top?
