What Does the Bible Say About Evil?
Key Scriptures and spiritual guidance on evil
The Bible addresses evil in many places, emphasizing that it is contrary to God's nature and plan for humanity. Evil is often associated with sin, disobedience to God, and the work of the devil. The Bible teaches that evil entered the world through the fall of humanity in the Garden of Eden, when Adam and Eve disobeyed God's command. Despite the presence of evil, the Bible reassures believers that God is sovereign and ultimately victorious over evil.
Bible Verses About Evil
Isaiah 5:20KJV
“Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter!”
Romans 12:21KJV
“Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.”
1 Peter 3:9KJV
“Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.”
Ephesians 6:12KJV
“For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.”
Psalms 34:14KJV
“Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it.”
Matthew 6:13KJV
“And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.”
2 Thessalonians 3:3KJV
“But the Lord is faithful, who shall stablish you, and keep you from evil.”
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