“Do not be biased in judgment; hear out the small and the great alike. Do not be intimidated by any person, for judgment belongs to God.” – Deuteronomy 1:17
Bible Verses About Being Fair
Proverbs 21:15 – Justice brings joy to the righteous but terror to evildoers.
“When justice is done, it brings joy to the righteous but terror to evildoers.” – Proverbs 21:15
Proverbs 29:14 – A king who judges the poor with fairness will receive a long reign.
“If a king judges the poor with fairness, his throne will be established forever.” – Proverbs 29:14
Isaiah 1:17 – We are called to seek justice and correct oppression.
“Learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; bring justice to the fatherless, plead the widow’s cause.” – Isaiah 1:17
Micah 6:8 – God requires us to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly.
“He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” – Micah 6:8
James 2:1 – We should not show favoritism.
“My brothers and sisters, believers in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ must not show favoritism.” – James 2:1
Luke 6:31 – Treat others as you want to be treated.
“Do to others as you would have them do to you.” – Luke 6:31
Leviticus 19:15 – Do not pervert justice; judge fairly.
“Do not pervert justice; do not show favoritism to the poor or favoritism to the great, but judge your neighbor fairly.” – Leviticus 19:15
Romans 12:17 – Do not repay anyone evil for evil; be careful to do what is right.
“Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone.” – Romans 12:17
Matthew 7:2 – The measure you use will be the measure used to you.
“For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.” – Matthew 7:2
Colossians 4:1 – Treat your servants fairly.
“Masters, provide your slaves with what is right and fair, because you know that you also have a Master in heaven.” – Colossians 4:1
1 Peter 2:23 – Following the example of Christ in suffering unjustly.
“When they hurled their insults at him, he did not retaliate; when he suffered, he made no threats. Instead, he entrusted himself to him who judges justly.” – 1 Peter 2:23
Proverbs 2:9 – Understanding what is right, just, and fair.
“Then you will understand what is right and just and fair—every good path.” – Proverbs 2:9
Psalm 89:14 – Justice and righteousness are the foundation of God’s throne.
“Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne; love and faithfulness go before you.” – Psalm 89:14
Proverbs 18:5 – It is not good to be partial to the wicked.
“It is not good to be partial to the wicked and so deprive the innocent of justice.” – Proverbs 18:5
Zechariah 7:9 – Administer true justice, show mercy and compassion.
“This is what the Lord Almighty said: ‘Administer true justice; show mercy and compassion to one another.'” – Zechariah 7:9
Acts 10:34 – God does not show favoritism.
“Then Peter began to speak: ‘I now realize how true it is that God does not show favoritism.'” – Acts 10:34
1 Timothy 5:21 – Keep these instructions without partiality.
“I charge you, in the sight of God and Christ Jesus and the elect angels, to keep these instructions without partiality and to do nothing out of favoritism.” – 1 Timothy 5:21
Galatians 6:7 – God will not be mocked; a man reaps what he sows.
“Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows.” – Galatians 6:7
Proverbs 12:17 – A truthful witness gives honest testimony.
“An honest witness tells the truth, but a false witness tells lies.” – Proverbs 12:17
Proverbs 24:23 – It is not good to show favoritism in judgment.
“These also are sayings of the wise: To show partiality in judging is not good.” – Proverbs 24:23
Matthew 22:39 – Love your neighbor as yourself.
“And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’” – Matthew 22:39
Psalm 82:3 – Defend the weak and fatherless; uphold the cause of the poor and oppressed.
“Defend the weak and the fatherless; uphold the cause of the poor and the oppressed.” – Psalm 82:3
Exodus 23:6 – Do not deny justice to your poor in their lawsuits.
“Do not deny justice to your poor people in their lawsuits.” – Exodus 23:6
Matthew 5:5 – Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.
“Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.” – Matthew 5:5
Jeremiah 22:3 – Do what is just and right; rescue the disadvantaged.
“This is what the Lord says: ‘Do what is just and right. Rescue from the hand of the oppressor the one who has been robbed.’” – Jeremiah 22:3
Proverbs 15:9 – The Lord detests the way of the wicked, but he loves those who pursue righteousness.
“The Lord detests the way of the wicked, but he loves those who pursue righteousness.” – Proverbs 15:9
Matthew 19:19 – Honor your father and mother, and love your neighbor as yourself.
“Honor your father and mother, and love your neighbor as yourself.” – Matthew 19:19
Romans 13:7 – Give everyone what you owe them; if you owe taxes, pay taxes.
“Give to everyone what you owe them: If you owe taxes, pay taxes; if revenue, then revenue; if respect, then respect; if honor, then honor.” – Romans 13:7
Luke 3:14 – Be fair and just in your dealings.
“Then some soldiers asked him, ‘And what should we do?’ He replied, ‘Don’t extort money and don’t accuse people falsely—be content with your pay.'” – Luke 3:14
1 John 3:18 – Let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.
“Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.” – 1 John 3:18
Final Thoughts
Being fair is an essential part of how we interact with each other. The Bible offers many instructions on how to judge, act, and treat others with equality and respect. It reminds us that fairness isn’t just a nice quality to have, it’s a reflection of God’s own righteousness. We should strive to be fair in our actions, whether in our families, jobs, or friendships. Being just and fair nurtures a positive environment where everyone can thrive. It’s important we keep seeking wisdom in our daily decisions to ensure we are treating others the way we wish to be treated.
By reading these Bible verses, we can learn more about how to live a life that reflects fairness and compassion. I encourage you to keep exploring other topics, such as Jesus’ sacrifice or not giving up.