The story of a man who keeps hurting you is NOT one you want to be in. There are consequences when someone hurts you over and over again, but there’s also hope because God wants to forgive you. The most critical person in your life is the person staring back at you into the bathroom mirror each morning. —Check out our guide on how a christian can become a child of God.
Forgiving someone who keeps hurting you can be difficult. However, the hardest thing to deal with is when someone you know continues to hurt you again and again. Despite taking a stand against it and forgiving that person, they still persist in hurting you. It makes you feel drained, frustrated and like there’s no solution. Here are some tips that can help you get rid of the anger and start loving again even if the person who hurt you doesn’t change.
Do you love them? Do they love you? If it is ever going to be a better story, it starts with forgiveness. I don’t know what your story is or how hard it is….here are some encouraging Bible verses that surround forgiveness no matter how hard the past hurts.
Move Away From The Past
Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, (Philippians 3:13)
Luke 23:34
Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots.
“Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who have sinned against us.” — Matthew 6:12
So you’ve been hurt by someone. You’re angry, and you want to get even. But how can you move on with your life when your heart is still stuck in the past?
Let’s face it: with so much drama in our world, it’s easy to get caught up in the drama of others. We get mad at people who have hurt us, and we want them to pay for what they did—for their sins against us.
But here’s the thing… if we stay stuck in that anger, if we let ourselves be consumed by our desire for revenge, then the cycle will never stop. And the only way to break it is to forgive.
In this world of hate and violence, forgiveness is one of the most powerful gifts we can give ourselves and others. Let go of your anger, let go of your pain, and move on with your life!
Reconnect With Yourself
When you’re hurting, it can be hard to keep your head up. But when you’re in a situation that keeps hurting you, forgiveness can be the first step toward healing. Here are some Bible verses that will help you reconnect with yourself and make peace with the people who hurt you:
“Do not remember the sins of my youth or my transgressions. According to your love remember me, for you are good, O Lord.” (Psalm 25:7)
“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” (Psalm 34:18)
“The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face to shine upon you, and be gracious to you; the LORD lift up his countenance upon you, and give you peace.” -Numbers 6:24-26
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects… always trusts… always hopes… always perseveres.” -1 Corinthians 13:4-7
“We have all had a taste of God’s kindness in our lives—but what about when that kindness seems to run out? What about when we feel like we’re getting tossed around like a ship at sea? We may be tempted to think that God has abandoned us or that He doesn’t care about us anymore—but nothing could be further from the truth.” -2 Corinthians 1:3-4
When you’re feeling disconnected from yourself, it can be hard to get back in touch with your true self. These Bible verses can help you get back on track and reconnect with your inner voice.
- “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will guide you with My eye.” Psalm 32:8 (NIV)
- “Forget those things which are behind, and reach out for those things which are ahead.” Philippians 3:13 (NKJV)
- “Be still and know that I am God” Psalm 46:10 (NIV)
As we go through life, we can often find ourselves feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and depressed. It’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day grind of our lives and lose sight of who we are and why we’re here.
It’s important to reconnect with yourself on a regular basis. Here are some Bible verses that can help you do that:
“I will praise You with all my heart; I will tell of all Your wonders.” Psalm 9:1
Scripture for Reconnecting With Yourself
Deuteronomy 30:14 | “I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing; therefore choose life, that both you and your descendants may live.”
Psalm 25:4 | One thing have I asked of the Lord, that will I seek after; that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord, and to inquire in his temple.
Psalm 46:10 | Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!
Psalm 63:1-2 | My soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land where no water is; To see thy power and thy glory, so as I have seen thee in the sanctuary.
Psalm 84:2-3 | Blessed are they who dwell in thy house; they will be still praising thee. Selah. Blessed is the man who feareth the Lord; he will delight himself in his commandments.
Avoid Going To Sleep Angry
If you’re looking for a Bible verse to help you forgive someone who keeps hurting you, consider this one:
“Love always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.” (1 Corinthians 13:7)
This is the kind of love that forgives and protects. It’s the kind of love that always looks for the best in people, even when they’ve done something wrong. It’s the kind of love that doesn’t hold grudges or keep score—it just keeps going.
It’s important not to let anger get in the way of forgiveness because it can be hard to let go of our anger if we let it fester too long. When we feel angry and hurt, we often want to punish people or get revenge on them for what they’ve done. But when we do this—when we hold a grudge or seek retribution—we end up hurting ourselves more than anyone else.
If you want to forgive someone who has hurt you and move on with your life, try these steps:
When we go to sleep angry, the anger can sink into our subconscious and cause us to do irrational things when we’re awake. Here are some Bible verses that will help you avoid going to sleep with anger.
When you’re upset with someone, it’s easy to think about the ways they have hurt you. But if you keep going over their mistakes in your head, you might end up staying angry longer than you need to.
While it may be tempting to stay awake thinking about all of their bad behavior, making it through the night with a grudge is not going to help anyone. In fact, it could make things worse.
Here are some Bible verses that can help:
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” (Galatians 6:9)
The Bible says that we should not go to sleep angry (see Ephesians 4:26). This is because anger can turn into bitterness, which will destroy your soul. You never know how long you have on this earth, so why waste it being bitter?
1 Corinthians 13:4-8
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.
Stop Blaming Others
If your neighbor has done something wrong, don’t take revenge. If your enemy has done something bad to you, don’t pay them back with evil. Do what God would want you to do: “Do good to those who hate you” (Luke 6:27). Instead of thinking about what other people have done wrong and letting it ruin your day, think about how God wants you to treat others with love and kindness even when they aren’t kind back!
The Bible says, “But I say to you who hear: love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you” (Luke 6:27-28).
Avoid Trying To Control People
The Bible says, “You shall not oppress a stranger, for you know the heart of a stranger; you were strangers in the land of Egypt.” (Exodus 23:9)
Matthew 5:44-45, “But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you… If someone strikes you on one cheek, turn to him the other also.” (NIV)
“I will make you into a great nation and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you.” – Genesis 12:2-3
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.” (NIV)
This verse is clear. It’s not okay to mistreat someone because they are different than you. We need to treat everyone with respect and kindness, regardless of their race or origin.
- Proverbs 20:20
“Do not join those who drink too much wine or gorge themselves on meat, for drunkards and gluttons become poor, and drowsiness clothes them in rags.“
- Ecclesiastes 10:19
“Do not try to keep the knowledge of the holy ones away from others. By trying to keep it for yourself, you can only bring about your own downfall.”
Be careful not to get involved in foolish quarrels, for you will become the target of much ridicule.
—Proverbs 22:10 (NIV)
1 Corinthians 9:19
“For though I am free from all, I have made myself a servant to all, that I might win more of them. And to the Jews I became as a Jew, that I might win Jews; to those who are under the law, as under the law though not being myself under the law, that I might win those who are under the law.“
Embrace The Dark Times
1 Corinthians 10:13, “No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.” (NIV)
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.” (NIV)
Matthew 5:44-45, “But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you… If someone strikes you on one cheek, turn to him the other also.” (NIV)
“Do not be afraid of the dark; the Lord will be your light.” (Psalm 27:1)
“Because of his love for me, God has taken me out of the city of death and brought me into the city of pure light.” (Psalm 23:4)
“I am not trying to win the approval of human beings, but I am trying to please God, who tests my heart.” (1 Corinthians 10:3)
“I will make you into a great nation and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you.” – Genesis 12:2-3
Learn The Art Of Letting Go
It’s hard to let go of a loved one, and even harder when you have to let go of yourself.
Whether it’s a relationship, a dream, or just an old habit, learning how to let go is one of the most difficult things we ever do.
But it doesn’t have to be that way. The Bible has some great advice on letting go, and we’ve pulled together some of our favorites below:
Psalm 37:7: “Be still and know that I am God.”
Romans 12:2: “Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world.”
Luke 12:48: “To whom much is given, much is required.”
“Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the desert and streams in the wasteland.” Isaiah 43:18-19 (NIV)
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith.” Hebrews 12:1-2 (NIV)
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7 (NIV)
–The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and I am helped. Psalm 28:7
–But you, O Lord, are a shield about me, my glory, and the lifter of my head. Psalms 3:3
–For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you; plans to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11
Aim To Be Kind Instead Of Being Right
The Bible says that we should try to be kind instead of right all the time.
In Matthew 7, Jesus says, “Do not judge, or you too will be judged.” In Luke 6:37, Jesus says, “Do not judge others, and God will not judge you.” In James 4:11-12, James says that we should not speak against one another.
Romans 12:19-21
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.
1 Corinthians 13:4-8
Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.
Matthew 5:9
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. (NIV)
“Do not repay evil for evil or insult for insult, but on the contrary, [b]give thanks; for this is what God has commanded you to do.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:15
Talk About Your Feelings
The Bible is full of verses about feelings. Here are some of our favorites:
“We have joy in God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” (1 Peter 1:8)
“I rejoice greatly in the Lord that at last you have renewed your concern for me.” (Philippians 4:10)
“God is love, and whoever abides in love abides in God, and God abides in him.” (1 John 4:16)
What would you say if someone told you that your feelings are important?
If you’re anything like me, you might feel like that’s a strange question. After all, we all have feelings—they’re what make us human! But when we think about the way we talk about our feelings, it can seem like those feelings don’t matter very much at all. We hear phrases like “get over it” or “don’t be so emotional” all the time. But this week we’re going to focus on how important it is to recognize and honor our emotions, and how they help us connect with others and make sense of the world around us.
Let’s start by thinking about some Bible verses that talk about our emotions:
Psalm 4:8: “I will both lie down in peace and sleep; I wake again because of You.” Psalm 38:7-9: “When I said, ‘My foot is slipping,’ Your mercy, O LORD, held me up.” Psalm 63:1-4: “O God, You are my God; earnestly I seek You; my soul thirsts for You; my flesh faints for
The Bible is a book of guidance, inspiration, and hope. It’s also a great place to find inspiration when it comes to writing about your feelings. Here are some bible verses that can help you talk about your feelings:
1 Corinthians 13:4-7: Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.
2 Corinthians 5:17-19: So if anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation: everything old has passed away; see all things have become new! Now all things are from God who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation—that God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, not counting men’s sins against them. And he has committed to us the message of reconciliation. We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors as though God were making his appeal through us.
Talk About Your Feelings Bible Verses
God is always listening, even when we don’t say a word. He knows all about our feelings, and He wants us to be honest about them. In fact, the Bible says that “the LORD is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth” (Psalm 145:18).
So talk to God about your feelings. Tell Him how you feel, what’s going on in your life, and how you want Him to help you. He will listen! And when you do, remember that He loves you—even when your feelings are sad or angry or confused.
Here are some verses from the Bible that will help you talk about your feelings:
“You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hidden.” – Matthew 5:14 “To me God has given the task of showing people his love.” – John 3:16 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” – Matthew 5:4
Ask For Help
Ask For Help: Psalm 118:8-9
“It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in man. It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in princes.” (NIV)
Need Direction: 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.” (NIV)
Need Encouragement: Philippians 4:13
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” (NIV)
James 5:13-16 states that “the prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective” (NIV). In other words, when we pray to God, He hears us and answers our prayers. We can pray for help when we’re feeling overwhelmed with stress or anxiety.
Psalm 34:4-7 tells us that “The Lord watches over those who respect Him; he guards the lives of his faithful ones” (NIV). This means that we don’t have to worry about our safety when we trust in God, because He will protect us from harm and keep us safe from harm done by others as well.
“And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.” Matthew 6:5-6 (NIV)
“For I can do everything through Christ who strengthens me.” (Philippians 4:13)
- “Be strong and courageous.” (Joshua 1:9)
- “I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.” (Philippians 4:13)
- “God is my refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1)
Final Words
Be of Good courage!
Be strong and of a good courage, be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.
-Joshua 1:9