“For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness.” – Romans 1:18
Bible Verses About God Punishing The Wicked
Genesis 19:24 – God displayed His anger through the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah.
“Then the Lord rained down burning sulfur on Sodom and Gomorrah—from the Lord out of the heavens.” – Genesis 19:24
Exodus 7:4 – God showed His might in punishing Pharaoh for his disobedience.
“He will let you go; but for this purpose I have raised you up, to show My power in you, and that My name may be declared in all the earth.” – Exodus 7:4
Psalm 1:6 – The wicked shall not stand in the judgment.
“For the Lord knows the way of the righteous, but the way of the ungodly shall perish.” – Psalm 1:6
Psalm 7:11 – God is a righteous judge who is angry at the wicked every day.
“God is a just judge, and God is angry with the wicked every day.” – Psalm 7:11
Proverbs 1:24-26 – Wisdom warns the wicked of the consequences of their choices.
“Because I have called and you refused, I have stretched out my hand and no one regarded, because you disdained all my counsel, and would have none of my rebuke, I also will laugh at your calamity; I will mock when your terror comes.” – Proverbs 1:24-26
Proverbs 3:33 – The curse of the Lord is on the house of the wicked.
“The curse of the Lord is on the house of the wicked, but He blesses the home of the righteous.” – Proverbs 3:33
Isaiah 3:11 – The wicked shall face the consequences of their actions.
“Woe to the wicked! It shall be ill with him, for the reward of his hands shall be given him.” – Isaiah 3:11
Isaiah 54:17 – No weapon formed against the righteous will prosper, but the wicked will see their judgment.
“No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue which rises against you in judgment you shall condemn.” – Isaiah 54:17
Jeremiah 25:29 – God has a plan to punish the wicked despite their thinking they are safe.
“For behold, I begin to bring calamity on the city which is called by My name, and should you be utterly unpunished? You shall not be unpunished, for I will call for a sword on all the inhabitants of the earth,” says the Lord of hosts.’ – Jeremiah 25:29
Ezekiel 18:30 – God calls people to turn from their wickedness to avoid punishment.
“Therefore I will judge you, O house of Israel, every one according to his ways,” says the Lord God. “Repent, and turn from all your offenses, so sin will not be your downfall.” – Ezekiel 18:30
Matthew 25:46 – The judgment of eternal punishment for the wicked is clear.
“And these will go away into everlasting punishment, but the righteous into eternal life.” – Matthew 25:46
Luke 12:5 – Fear the one who can cast you into hell.
“But I will show you whom you should fear: Fear Him who, after He has killed, has power to cast into hell; yes, I say to you, fear Him!” – Luke 12:5
Romans 2:6 – God will repay each person according to their deeds.
“Who ‘will repay each person according to what they have done.'” – Romans 2:6
Romans 6:23 – The wages of sin is death.
“For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” – Romans 6:23
2 Thessalonians 1:9 – The ultimate punishment for the wicked is eternal destruction.
“These shall be punished with everlasting destruction from the presence of the Lord and from the glory of His power.” – 2 Thessalonians 1:9
Hebrews 10:30 – God will judge His people for their rebellion.
“For we know Him who said, ‘Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,’ says the Lord. And again, ‘The Lord will judge His people.'” – Hebrews 10:30
Revelation 20:10 – The devil and his followers will face eternal torment.
“The devil, who deceived them, was cast into the lake of fire and brimstone.” – Revelation 20:10
Revelation 21:8 – The cowardly, unbelieving and wicked will have their place in the second death.
“But the cowardly, unbelieving, abominable, murderers, sexually immoral, sorcerers, idolaters, and all liars shall have their part in the lake which burns with fire and brimstone, which is the second death.” – Revelation 21:8
Malachi 4:1 – The day will come when the wicked will be like stubble and will be burned.
“For behold, the day is coming, burning like an oven, and all the proud, yes, all who do wickedly will be stubble.” – Malachi 4:1
Isaiah 24:19-20 – The earth will be utterly broken, and the high will be brought low.
“The earth is violently broken, the earth is split open, the earth is shaken exceedingly. The earth shall reel to and fro like a drunkard.” – Isaiah 24:19-20
James 4:12 – With judgment comes the reminder that there is one Lawgiver and Judge.
“There is one Lawgiver, who is able to save and to destroy. Who are you to judge another?” – James 4:12
2 Peter 2:4 – God did not spare angels when they sinned but cast them into hell.
“For if God did not spare the angels who sinned, but cast them down to hell and delivered them into chains of darkness, to be reserved for judgment.” – 2 Peter 2:4
Jude 1:15 – God will judge ungodly people for their actions.
“To execute judgment on all, to convict all who are ungodly among them of all their ungodly deeds.” – Jude 1:15
Psalm 11:6 – Upon the wicked He will rain coals.
“Upon the wicked He will rain coals; Fire and brimstone and a burning wind shall be the portion of their cup.” – Psalm 11:6
2 Chronicles 36:16 – God’s messenger came to warn the people but they mocked and scoffed.
“But they mocked the messengers of God, despised His words, and scoffed at His prophets until the wrath of the Lord rose against His people.” – 2 Chronicles 36:16
Proverbs 16:5 – The Lord detests all the proud of heart.
“The Lord detests all the proud of heart. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished.” – Proverbs 16:5
Final Thoughts
Reading through these verses reminds us of God’s justice and His stance against wickedness. While it’s easy to feel discouraged when we see wrongdoing in the world, these scriptures show that God sees everything and will act in His timing. He wants us to walk in righteousness and stay true to His word. Within this, we can find hope and assurance that nothing escapes His notice.
It’s uplifting to reflect on God’s promises and His desire for us to thrive in faith. Each verse encourages us to live righteously while bearing witness to the truth. I find comfort knowing that we have a God who is just and fair, always working to uphold what is right.
If you’re curious to learn more about the Bible and its teachings, check out our Bible Verses About Communication and Bible Verses About Discipline to further explore God’s word. Discover how it can impact our lives and help us grow as individuals.