Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Abuse?
6 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Abuse in the Bible
What does the Bible say about abuse? Browse 7 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.
Top 6 Verses About Abuse
- 1Psalms 11:5
“The LORD trieth the righteous: but the wicked and him that loveth violence his soul hateth.”
KJV - 2Proverbs 22:10
“Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out; yea, strife and reproach shall cease.”
KJV - 3Galatians 5:19
“Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness,”
KJV - 4Ephesians 6:4
“And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.”
KJV - 5
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Subtopics of Abuse
Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Abuse? (2 Verses)
“The LORD trieth the righteous: but the wicked and him that loveth violence his soul hateth.”
“Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out; yea, strife and reproach shall cease.”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Abuse? (4 Verses)
“Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness,”
“And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.”
“Husbands, love your wives, and be not bitter against them.”
“Fathers, provoke not your children to anger, lest they be discouraged.”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Abuse
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Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.
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Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about abuse. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.
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Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.
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Memorise at least one key verse about abuse and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.
Practical Application
Studying what the Bible says about abuse is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:
Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on abuse needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about abuse with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.
Pray through the key verses about abuse, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
How Well Do You Know What the Bible Says About Abuse?
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