Scripture warns against the harm caused by insulting others, as it can lead to hurtful and divisive relationships. In Matthew 5:11-12, Jesus teaches that those who are persecuted for His sake are blessed, while in Matthew 5:22, He condemns the use of insulting language towards others. The book of Proverbs, such as in 26:18-19, also cautions against deceiving others with flattering words, only to insult them behind their backs. Additionally, Ephesians 5:4 and Colossians 2:16 remind believers to refrain from unwholesome talk and judgmental attitudes, promoting a spirit of kindness and respect towards all people.
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Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven; for in the same way they persecuted the prophets before you.
Like a madman shooting firebrands and deadly arrows, so is the man who deceives his neighbor and says, “I was only joking!”
But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to his brother, ‘Raca,’ will be subject to the Sanhedrin. But anyone who says, ‘You fool!’ will be subject to the fire of hell.
Nor should there be obscenity, foolish talk, or crude joking, which are out of character, but rather thanksgiving.
Therefore let no one judge you by what you eat or drink, or with regard to a feast, a New Moon, or a Sabbath.
And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore you, secure you, strengthen you, and establish you.
Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned.