When considering bullies

“Anyone who claims to be in the light but hates a brother or sister is still in the darkness.” (1 John 2:9 NIV) 

Followers must not bully others 

It’s interesting that the Bible gives clear and strong direction about how God’s people should treat each other rather than dealing with those who are not followers of Christ. This shouldn’t be surprising, because the ungodly (the unregenerate, the unsaved, the natural man) are controlled only by their flesh. We as born again followers are to be led by Gods Word and Spirit. Therefore, we must always treat others in a kind and Christlike manner. 

“Anyone who hates a brother or sister is a murderer, and you know that no murderer has eternal life residing in him.” (1 John 3:15 ESV)

“Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear.” (Eph. 4:29 ESV)

If you are bullied, remember that your fight is not physical but spiritual

“For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places.” (Eph. 6:12 NLT)

“For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.” (2 Tim. 1:7 NIV)

“You shall not take vengeance or bear a grudge against the sons of your own people, but you shall love your neighbor as yourself: I am the LORD.” (Lev. 19:18 ESV)

“…for though the righteous fall seven times, they rise again, but the wicked stumble when calamity strikes.” (Prov. 24:16 NIV)

Therefore… 

“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.” (Deut. 31:6 NIV)

“But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, that you may be children of your Father in heaven" (Matthew 5:44-45 NIV)

“Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life; you stretch out your hand against the wrath of my enemies, and your right hand delivers me.” (Psalm 138:7 ESV)

“God blesses you when people mock you and persecute you and lie about you and say all sorts of evil things against you because you are my followers.” (Matt. 5:11 NLT)

Quotes:

“Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” – Jesus Christ (Luke 23:34)

“I would rather be a little nobody, then to be a evil somebody.” - Abraham Lincoln

“Fight the good fight of faith, and God will give you spiritual mercies. - George Whitefield