We were sharing Scriptures today, and I felt led to share something that has been on my heart for a while. Many times, when we feel blocked or harmed by others, our first instinct is to pray against them, believing they are hindering our progress. Over time, however, I have come to a deeper understanding: there is often no need for such prayers. God is the ultimate judge, and a bad person will ultimately lead themselves into destruction. We do not need to participate in that process or take it upon ourselves to bring justice into our hands, and learning God’s principles for healthy relationships helps us navigate conflicts with wisdom, patience, and peace.
I have seen this principle play out in my own life, in ways I will never forget. Some years ago, someone in my village made it their mission to harm me. They tried all manners of evil, yet God’s protection was evident every step of the way. They shot at me with a catapult—twice. They attempted to injure me under the cover of darkness. They spread lies about me, lies so convincing that at times, I suffered physical punishment because others believed them. Through it all, God was present. God protected me. God vindicated me.
This person was dangerous not only because of their actions but also because of the power of perception. If he accused you of wrongdoing, no one would doubt him; you would be seen as the guilty party. Evil, when combined with cleverness or influence, can make a person seem untouchable. Yet, even in this, God remained my shield, showing what happens when a person pays back evil for good—God’s justice prevails, and integrity is ultimately rewarded.
His obsession did not stop with me. He extended his evil to my father and the family land. He destroyed our economic plants, openly declaring that nothing would ever grow on our land again. Whenever we planted and things seemed to thrive, he would set fire to them. He spoke boldly, claiming we would never be alive to build a house on that land. At the time, it felt discouraging, overwhelming, and even unfair. How could someone speak such words and seemingly have power over our lives?
From experiences like this, I have come to a strong conviction: when we encounter evil people, the only thing we truly owe them is prayer—not curses or wishes for their death. Our prayers should be for their salvation, for their transformation, and for God’s justice to prevail. Evil has a way of speaking itself into consequences; people often sow seeds of their own destruction through their words and actions. God’s justice ensures that those who live by wickedness will eventually face the outcome of their own choices.
This understanding frees us from the burden of resentment, anger, and vengeance. We do not need to pray for harm to come to anyone, no matter how evil they may seem. God is a far better judge than we could ever be. He sees every action, hears every word, and understands every motive. He works all things together for His purposes, even when it seems as though the world is unfair or cruel, and He teaches us what to do when forgiveness is difficult, guiding our hearts to release bitterness and walk in freedom.
So, when we encounter those who do us harm, we can release them into God’s hands. We continue with our lives, building, growing, and walking in obedience to His will. And in doing so, we witness the truth: those who live by evil eventually reap what they sow, often without any intervention on our part. Our role is to remain righteous, faithful, and above all, trusting in God’s perfect judgment.
This principle has transformed the way I view conflict, betrayal, and hostility. It reminds me that vengeance belongs to God, and our responsibility is simply to do good, trust Him, and pray for the salvation of even those who oppose us. In the end, God’s justice is unfailing, and we do not need to carry the weight of punishing others. We only need to live faithfully, trusting that He will make all things right in His perfect time.
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