Lakeview Baptist Church

Who has not been bullied at one point in their life?

Growing up, I was bullied. I was the fat kid at school. We didn't have a lot of money, so my clothes weren't the best... You name it, I got picked on... But do you know what? When I wasn't being picked on, I was the ONE picking/bullying others! What a hypocrite, right?

Young person, I am not ignorant concerning the fact that most times teenagers fall into one of the two categories - either you are the bully or you are the one being bullied. What does the Bible say about both?

Romans 12:17-21

 ¹⁷Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men. ¹⁸If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men. ¹⁹Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. ²⁰Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head. ²¹Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.

The Bully :: God will judge you. Doing EVIL to someone, whether in word or deed, will be rewarded with vengence. Get right with God... or else.
The Bullied :: God knows what you're going through; He is more than enough to heal the wounds you've suffered. Look to Jesus for comfort... and find someone to talk to. You don't have to suffer in silence!

If you are being bullied and want someone to talk to... Let me know. Feel free to call, text, email :: WHATEVER!!! Just let me or someone you trust know.

Aaron Butner :: aaronbutner@gmail.com :: (864) 361-0893 (Verizon)