Let God Repay Those Who Wrong You

Note from today’s Bible reading: Psalm 108-110; 1 Chronicles 23-25

David described those who had “spoken against [him]” and “fought against [him]” (Psalm 109:2-3). However, this was not in retaliation for anything he had done. He said, “In return for my love they act as my accusers… Thus they have repaid me evil for good and hatred for my love” (Psalm 109:4-5).

A few verses later, he wrote, “Let his days be few; let another take his office” (Psalm 109:8). The apostle Peter cited this as a prophecy that pointed to Judas and his betrayal of Jesus (Acts 1:20). This was the ultimate example of one who turned against someone “without cause” (Psalm 109:3). It resulted in Jesus being put to death.

Sadly, this happens all too often. There will be times when we suffer harm from others even though we have done nothing to deserve it. In such situations, we are told, “Never take your own revenge, beloved, but leave room for the wrath of God, for it is written, ‘Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,’ says the Lord” (Romans 12:19; Deuteronomy 32:35). We need to allow God to execute justice in the proper time, just as the psalmist appealed for Him to do.

So let God repay those who wrong you. We can acknowledge the unfair treatment and appeal to God for help. But we should not take the place of God by trying to get even with them.