Accusation is a serious matter, especially in the eyes of God. The Bible speaks extensively about how believers should handle accusations—whether they are the accuser or the accused. Scripture warns against false accusations, condemns those who maliciously accuse others, and highlights the importance of showing mercy and forgiveness. In this article, we will explore 36 Bible verses from the King James Version (KJV) that address the issue of accusations, offering insight into God’s perspective on justice, mercy, and our relationships with one another.
36 Bible Verses About Accusing Others (KJV)
1. Exodus 23:1
“Thou shalt not raise a false report: put not thine hand with the wicked to be an unrighteous witness.”
This verse clearly forbids giving false testimony or accusations. It emphasizes that we must not participate in spreading lies or being a witness for unrighteous causes.
2. Leviticus 19:16
“Thou shalt not go up and down as a talebearer among thy people: neither shalt thou stand against the blood of thy neighbor: I am the Lord.”
This commandment discourages gossip and slander. The Bible calls on believers to avoid accusations based on rumors or hearsay, especially when they could harm others.
3. Proverbs 6:16-19
“These six things doth the Lord hate: yea, seven are an abomination unto him: A proud look, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood, An heart that deviseth wicked imaginations, feet that be swift in running to mischief, A false witness that speaketh lies, and he that soweth discord among brethren.”
One of the things God hates is a false witness—someone who accuses others with lies. This is a strong warning against being a false accuser or spreading false information.
4. Proverbs 12:17
“He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.”
This verse teaches that truth brings forth righteousness, while false accusations bring deceit. Speaking the truth is a reflection of God’s nature.
5. Proverbs 19:5
“A false witness shall not be unpunished, and he that speaketh lies shall not escape.”
Those who make false accusations or speak lies will face consequences. This verse serves as a reminder of the justice of God and the consequences of deceit.
6. Proverbs 19:9
“A false witness shall not be unpunished, and he that speaketh lies shall perish.”
Once again, the Bible emphasizes the seriousness of bearing false witness. A person who makes false accusations is under God’s judgment and will face destruction.
7. Proverbs 21:28
“A false witness shall perish: but the man that heareth speaketh constantly.”
This verse reiterates the consequence of being a false accuser—perishing. In contrast, those who speak truth will stand firm.
8. Matthew 5:11
“Blessed are ye when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake.”
Jesus reminds us that we are blessed when we are falsely accused for His sake. He encourages His followers to endure accusations as a sign of their faithfulness.
9. Matthew 5:39
“But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.”
When accused or wronged, Jesus calls His followers to respond with humility, turning the other cheek rather than retaliating.
10. Matthew 7:1-2
“Judge not, that ye be not judged. For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again.”
Jesus teaches that we should be cautious about accusing others because the same judgment will be applied to us. Instead of quick accusations, we should show mercy and compassion.
11. Matthew 12:36
“But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment.”
This verse serves as a warning about the power of our words. All accusations, whether true or false, will be judged by God.
12. Luke 6:37
“Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven.”
In this passage, Jesus teaches that we should refrain from accusing or condemning others. Instead, we should forgive, showing mercy as we ourselves hope to receive mercy.
13. John 8:7
“So when they continued asking him, he lifted up himself, and said unto them, He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her.”
This verse illustrates Jesus’ teaching on condemnation. When a woman was accused of sin, He emphasized that only the sinless had the right to judge, reminding us of the importance of humility when accusing others.
14. Romans 2:1
“Therefore thou art inexcusable, O man, whosoever thou art that judgest: for wherein thou judgest another, thou condemnest thyself; for thou that judgest doest the same things.”
Paul warns against judging others, as we are all guilty of sin. Accusing others while failing to acknowledge our own faults leads to self-condemnation.
15. Romans 14:4
“Who art thou that judgest another man’s servant? to his own master he standeth or falleth. Yea, he shall be holden up: for God is able to make him stand.”
This verse cautions against accusing or condemning fellow believers. It is God alone who has the authority to judge, and He is able to sustain His people.
16. Romans 14:10
“But why dost thou judge thy brother? or why dost thou set at nought thy brother? for we shall all stand before the judgment seat of Christ.”
Paul urges believers not to accuse or judge each other, reminding them that all will stand before God’s judgment seat.
17. 1 Corinthians 4:5
“Therefore judge nothing before the time, until the Lord come, who both will bring to light the hidden things of darkness, and will make manifest the counsels of the hearts: and then shall every man have praise of God.”
Paul teaches here that we should not prematurely judge or accuse others, as only God knows the true motives of the heart and will judge accordingly.
18. 1 Timothy 5:19
“Against an elder receive not an accusation, but before two or three witnesses.”
This verse provides a guideline for handling accusations within the church, particularly against leaders. Accusations should be verified with reliable witnesses.
19. Titus 3:2
“To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.”
Believers are called to avoid speaking evil of others, including making false or malicious accusations. Instead, they should practice gentleness and meekness.
20. James 4:11
“Speak not evil one of another, brethren. He that speaketh evil of his brother, and judgeth his brother, speaketh evil of the law, and judgeth the law: but if thou judge the law, thou art not a doer of the law, but a judge.”
James warns believers against speaking evil or accusing others. Accusing others undermines the law of love that Christians are called to follow.
21. 1 Peter 2:1
“Wherefore laying aside all malice, and all guile, and hypocrisies, and envies, all evil speakings.”
This verse urges Christians to put away all forms of evil speaking, including malicious accusations. Instead, believers are to act with integrity and love.
22. Revelation 12:10
“And I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, Now is come salvation and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of his Christ: for the accuser of our brethren is cast down, which accused them before our God day and night.”
The “accuser of the brethren” refers to Satan, who constantly accuses believers before God. This passage reminds us that accusation is a tool of the enemy, but it also promises that God will ultimately defeat the accuser.
23. Proverbs 10:18
“He that hideth hatred with lying lips, and he that uttereth a slander, is a fool.”
This verse condemns those who falsely accuse or slander others. Such actions are foolish in the eyes of God and have no place among His people.
24. Psalm 109:2
“For the mouth of the wicked and the mouth of the deceitful are opened against me: they have spoken against me with a lying tongue.”
King David often found himself falsely accused, and in this psalm, he calls out to God for justice. It serves as a reminder that God sees every false accusation and will bring justice.
25. Psalm 35:11
“False witnesses did rise up; they laid to my charge things that I knew not.”
David, a man after God’s own heart, experienced false accusations, yet he trusted in God to vindicate him. This psalm shows that even in the face of false accusations, God is our defender.
26. Matthew 26:60-61
“But found none: yea, though many false witnesses came, yet found they none. At the last came two false witnesses, And said, This fellow said, I am able to destroy the temple of God, and to build it in three days.”
Even Jesus was not exempt from false accusations. In His trial, false witnesses were brought against Him. However, His silence and trust in God’s will demonstrate how to handle false accusations.
27. Matthew 27:12
“And when he was accused of the chief priests and elders, he answered nothing.”
In the face of false accusations, Jesus remained silent, showing believers the importance of trusting God when falsely accused. His response reflects His confidence in the ultimate judgment of God.
28. Luke 23:14
“Said unto them, Ye have brought this man unto me, as one that perverteth the people: and behold, I, having examined him before you, have found no fault in this man touching those things whereof ye accuse him.”
Pilate, after examining Jesus, found no fault in Him, showing that sometimes accusations are made without merit. The Bible teaches that God will clear the names of the innocent.
29. John 19:4
“Pilate therefore went forth again, and saith unto them, Behold, I bring him forth to you, that ye may know that I find no fault in him.”
Pilate again declared Jesus innocent of the accusations against Him. False accusations are often overturned when the truth comes to light.
30. Acts 6:13-14
“And set up false witnesses, which said, This man ceaseth not to speak blasphemous words against this holy place, and the law: For we have heard him say, that this Jesus of Nazareth shall destroy this place, and shall change the customs which Moses delivered us.”
Stephen, one of the first Christian martyrs, faced false accusations. His example teaches believers how to respond to persecution and false testimony.
31. Luke 22:71
“And they said, What need we any further witness? for we ourselves have heard of his own mouth.”
False accusations against Jesus led to His condemnation. This shows how accusations can be used to destroy the innocent, but also how Jesus trusted God’s plan.
32. Psalm 7:3-5
“O Lord my God, if I have done this; if there be iniquity in my hands; If I have rewarded evil unto him that was at peace with me; (yea, I have delivered him that without cause is mine enemy:) Let the enemy persecute my soul, and take it.”
David appeals to God to examine his heart in the face of false accusations, seeking God’s justice.
33. Psalm 17:1
“Hear the right, O Lord, attend unto my cry, give ear unto my prayer, that goeth not out of feigned lips.”
David asks God for justice and truth to prevail over the false accusations against him.
34. Zechariah 3:1-2
“And he shewed me Joshua the high priest standing before the angel of the Lord, and Satan standing at his right hand to resist him. And the Lord said unto Satan, The Lord rebuke thee, O Satan; even the Lord that hath chosen Jerusalem rebuke thee: is not this a brand plucked out of the fire?”
Here, Satan accuses Joshua, but God rebukes the accuser, showing that He defends the righteous from false charges.
35. Romans 8:33-34
“Who shall lay any thing to the charge of God’s elect? It is God that justifieth. Who is he that condemneth? It is Christ that died, yea rather, that is risen again, who is even at the right hand of God, who also maketh intercession for us.”
Paul reassures believers that no accusation against them can stand because God justifies them through Christ.
36. Revelation 12:10
“And I heard a loud voice saying in heaven, Now is come salvation and strength, and the kingdom of our God, and the power of his Christ: for the accuser of our brethren is cast down, which accused them before our God day and night.”
This verse reveals the ultimate defeat of the accuser, Satan, and assures believers of their victory over false accusations.
Conclusion
The Bible speaks strongly about accusations, especially false ones, and teaches us how to respond. Whether we are being accused or are tempted to accuse others, Scripture calls us to truth, fairness, and mercy. God is the ultimate judge, and we are called to trust Him in all matters of justice. The verses above serve as reminders to avoid malicious accusations and to stand firm in God’s truth.
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