We can’t help what others do and say. We can help only what we do. When others start talking about us or fighting against us, we may not be able to control that. It’s difficult when people start to slander the righteous. Can you imagine your neighbours and your acquaintances running away from you as if you were a leper?.
Everyone who has done anything for the Lord has been slendered, ridiculed, criticised—Including the perfect Son of God. When someone falsely accuses you, take comfort in knowing that others have gone through the difficulty of slender. Then look to the Lord, for He is your strength and salvation. Trust in the Lord, as David said in verse 14 “But as for me, I trust in Thee, O Lord; I said, Thou art my God.
