Repent And Be Converted
Matthew 12:34-35 ESV / 14 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful You brood of vipers! How can you speak good, when you are evil? For out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks. The good person out of his good treasure brings forth good, and the evil person out of his evil treasure brings forth evil.
These tactics are devastating because they exploit human psychology and the fast-paced nature of online interactions:
Over the years, I have watched in disbelief as these tactics have been used against me:
It is alarmingly easy for cyberbullies to create chaos in someone’s life. With basic tools and a little creativity, they can turn fiction into “truth” and ruin someone’s reputation, mental health, or livelihood. Here’s what you need to know:
If you or someone you know is experiencing something similar, it’s vital to take these steps:
This could happen to anyone, and the tools to commit these acts are more accessible than ever.
It’s time we take a stand against cyberbullying and the misuse of technology. Together, we can expose these tactics, hold perpetrators accountable, and ensure that no one else has to endure what I have. Stay vigilant, protect your online presence, and don’t be afraid to speak out.
These words come immediately after the Lord’s Prayer in Matthew 6. Jesus has just taught His disciples how to pray, ending with:
“And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.” (Matthew 6:12)
Then, instead of expanding on praise or provision, He zooms in on forgiveness, repeating and emphasizing it. This highlights its serious importance.
“If you forgive… your Father will forgive you.”
This is one of the few places in Scripture where God's forgiveness is shown to be conditional—based on our actions toward others.
That doesn’t mean we "earn" God's grace. Instead, it means that unforgiveness in our hearts is evidence that we haven't truly embraced His mercy.
Forgiving someone who has bullied, harassed, abused, or humiliated you is one of the hardest commands in the Bible. Jesus isn’t asking us to forget the wrong or pretend it didn’t hurt. He’s calling us to:
This doesn't mean:
But it does mean choosing to let go of the poison that unforgiveness plants in your soul.
“Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” (Luke 23:34)
Jesus said this while being mocked, whipped, and crucified. He forgave in the midst of agony, not after things got better.
This shows us: forgiveness is not based on the other person’s repentance, but on your heart’s condition.Jesus’ Teaching on Prayer
These words come immediately after the Lord’s Prayer in Matthew 6. Jesus has just taught His disciples how to pray, ending with:
“And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.” (Matthew 6:12)
Then, instead of expanding on praise or provision, He zooms in on forgiveness, repeating and emphasizing it. This highlights its serious importance.
“If you forgive… your Father will forgive you.”
This is one of the few places in Scripture where God's forgiveness is shown to be conditional—based on our actions toward others.
That doesn’t mean we "earn" God's grace. Instead, it means that unforgiveness in our hearts is evidence that we haven't truly embraced His mercy.
Forgiving someone who has bullied, harassed, abused, or humiliated you is one of the hardest commands in the Bible. Jesus isn’t asking us to forget the wrong or pretend it didn’t hurt. He’s calling us to:
This doesn't mean:
But it does mean choosing to let go of the poison that unforgiveness plants in your soul.
“Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” (Luke 23:34)
Jesus said this while being mocked, whipped, and crucified. He forgave in the midst of agony, not after things got better.
This shows us: forgiveness is not based on the other person’s repentance, but on your heart’s condition.