“They Hated Me Without a Cause”
📖 “But this happened that the word might be fulfilled which is written in their law, ‘They hated Me without a cause.’”
—John 15:25 (NKJV)
There’s a certain sting in being disliked unfairly.
Especially when your heart is pure. When your words are careful. When your motive is love.
And yet, that’s exactly what Jesus endured.
They hated Him—without cause.
No wrongdoing. No offense. Just His presence… His truth… His holiness.
For the faithful woman of God, this reality becomes familiar. You may be judged harshly for your biblical convictions. Dismissed as narrow for honoring God’s Word. Called out for standing firm in grace and truth.
But take heart—you are not being treated differently than your Lord.
His life fulfilled what was written long before: They hated Me without a cause.
And still… He loved.
Still… He gave.
Still… He endured.
So can you.
Through the power of the Spirit, you can keep shining—even when it costs.
Reflection Questions:
- Have you ever been unfairly judged or hated because of your faith?
- How does Jesus’ example encourage you to respond?
Prayer:
Jesus, thank You for showing me how to walk through rejection. When I am misunderstood or opposed, help me remember that You endured it first—without sin, without bitterness, and without backing down. Help me love like You. Amen.
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