When faced with the pain caused by others, finding solace and guidance in scripture can provide much-needed comfort and perspective. The Bible offers profound wisdom on how to respond to those who hurt us, teaching us about forgiveness, love, and healing. These verses remind us of God’s unfailing love and encourage us to let go of our burdens, allowing us to move forward with grace.
This collection of thirty Bible verses is designed to help you navigate the challenging emotions that arise from being hurt by others. Each verse serves as a beacon of hope, encouraging us to find strength and resilience in our faith. As we reflect on these scriptures, let us be reminded of the power of forgiveness and the importance of compassion, both for ourselves and those who have caused us pain.
The LORD is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves such as have a contrite spirit.
But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you.
Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, Vengeance is Mine, I will repay, says the Lord.
And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you.
Bearing with one another, and forgiving one another, if anyone has a complaint against another; even as Christ forgave you, so you also must do.
And just as you want men to do to you, you also do to them likewise.
The discretion of a man makes him slow to anger, and his glory is to overlook a transgression.
So then, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath.
Not returning evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary blessing, knowing that you were called to this, that you may inherit a blessing.
Brethren, if a man is overtaken in any trespass, you who are spiritual restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness, considering yourself lest you also be tempted.
A fool’s wrath is known at once, but a prudent man covers shame.
Who is a God like You, pardoning iniquity and passing over the transgression of the remnant of His heritage? He does not retain His anger forever, because He delights in mercy.
For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.
Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.
Looking carefully lest anyone fall short of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up cause trouble, and by this many become defiled.
Cast your burden on the LORD, and He shall sustain you; He shall never permit the righteous to be moved.
And a servant of the Lord must not quarrel but be gentle to all, able to teach, patient.
Hatred stirs up strife, but love covers all sins.
And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.
And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.
Take heed to yourselves. If your brother sins against you, rebuke him; and if he repents, forgive him.
My flesh and my heart fail; but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
A tranquil heart gives life to the flesh, but envy makes the bones rot.
Love does not behave rudely, does not seek its own, is not provoked, thinks no evil.
Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up.
Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself.
Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
See that no one renders evil for evil to anyone, but always pursue what is good both for yourselves and for all.
And why do you look at the speck in your brother’s eye, but do not consider the plank in your own eye?
Famous and Strong Quotes about people who hurt you
I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.
Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.
Resentment is like drinking poison and then hoping it will kill your enemies.
Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional.
Your pain is the breaking of the shell that encloses your understanding.
Healing from Hurt with Grace
Dear Heavenly Father,
Today, I come before You with a heavy heart, seeking solace from the pain inflicted by those who have hurt me. I ask for Your comfort and strength to forgive those who have wronged me, just as You have forgiven me. Help me to see them through Your eyes, full of compassion and understanding.
Lord, grant me the grace to release any bitterness or anger that may reside within me. Teach me to approach these memories with love rather than resentment, allowing Your healing light to shine through the dark places in my heart.
Surround me with Your peace as I let go of the past and embrace the future You have in store for me. May I find strength in my vulnerability and courage in my healing.
I place these wounds in Your capable hands, trusting in Your promise of restoration. Thank You for Your endless love and guidance on this path to wholeness.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.