Betrayal by a sibling can cut deeply, but the Bible shows us paths to healing and forgiveness. Today, we’ll uncover Scriptures that speak to broken family relationships and God’s power to restore them.
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Bible Verses About Sibling Betrayal
Genesis 37:4 – Joseph’s brothers couldn’t bear his dreams.
“When his brothers saw that their father loved him more than any of them, they hated him and could not speak a kind word to him.” – Genesis 37:4
Genesis 37:18 – The plot against Joseph unfolds.
“But they saw him in the distance, and before he reached them, they plotted to kill him.” – Genesis 37:18
Matthew 10:36 – Expect betrayal even from family.
“A man’s enemies will be the members of his own household.” – Matthew 10:36
Psalms 55:12-14 – The pain of betrayal by a close friend.
“If an enemy were insulting me, I could endure it; if a foe were raising himself against me, I could hide from him. But it is you, a man like myself, my companion, my close friend, with whom I once enjoyed sweet fellowship as we walked with the throng at the house of God.” – Psalms 55:12-14
Lamentations 3:30 – Enduring betrayal with silence.
“Let him offer his cheek to one who would strike him, and let him be filled with disgrace.” – Lamentations 3:30
Micah 7:6 – Family divisions can lead to betrayal.
“For a son dishonors his father, a daughter rises up against her mother, a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law— a man’s enemies are the members of his own household.” – Micah 7:6
John 13:21 – Jesus predicts betrayal among his own.
“After he had said this, Jesus was troubled in spirit and testified, ‘Very truly I tell you, one of you is going to betray me!'” – John 13:21
Mark 14:10 – Judas Iscariot’s betrayal begins.
“Then Judas Iscariot, one of the Twelve, went to the chief priests to betray Jesus to them.” – Mark 14:10
Proverbs 25:9 – Handle conflicts of the heart wisely.
“If it is your neighbor’s, do not betray another man’s secrets.” – Proverbs 25:9
Psalm 41:9 – Known for betrayal by a close companion.
“Even my close friend, someone I trusted, one who shared my bread, has turned against me.” – Psalm 41:9
Matthew 26:14-15 – The price of betrayal revealed.
“Then one of the Twelve—the one called Judas Iscariot—went to the chief priests and asked, ‘What are you willing to give me if I deliver him over to you?’ So they counted out for him thirty pieces of silver.” – Matthew 26:14-15
Proverbs 27:6 – A true friend may hurt, but betrayal is a different pain.
“Wounds from a friend can be trusted, but an enemy multiplies kisses.” – Proverbs 27:6
Job 19:19 – The anguish of betrayal by those once close.
“All my intimate friends detest me; those I love have turned against me.” – Job 19:19
Matthew 26:56 – The disciples flee in betrayal of Jesus.
“But this has all taken place that the writings of the prophets might be fulfilled.’ Then all the disciples deserted him and fled.” – Matthew 26:56
Luke 22:47-48 – The moment of betrayal with a kiss.
“While he was still speaking, a crowd came up, and the man who was called Judas, one of the Twelve, was leading them. He approached Jesus to kiss him. But Jesus asked him, ‘Judas, are you betraying the Son of Man with a kiss?'” – Luke 22:47-48
Proverbs 16:28 – A perverse person stirs up conflict.
“A perverse person stirs up conflict, and a gossip separates close friends.” – Proverbs 16:28
Lamentations 1:2 – The sorrow of betrayal manifested.
“Bitterly she weeps at night, tears are on her cheeks. Among all her lovers there is no one to comfort her; all her friends have betrayed her; they have become her enemies.” – Lamentations 1:2
1 Samuel 20:30-31 – A father’s betrayals affect the family.
“Saul’s anger flared up at Jonathan and he said to him, ‘You son of a perverse and rebellious woman!'” – 1 Samuel 20:30-31
Matthew 7:1 – Be cautious with judgment to avoid betrayal.
“Do not judge, or you too will be judged.” – Matthew 7:1
1 Corinthians 10:12 – Guard against falling into betrayal.
“So, if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don’t fall!” – 1 Corinthians 10:12
Romans 12:20 – Respond to betrayal with kindness.
“On the contrary: ‘If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink.'” – Romans 12:20
James 4:11 – Speak carefully, lest we betray our brethren.
“Brothers and sisters, do not slander one another. Anyone who speaks against a brother or sister or judges them speaks against the law and judges it.” – James 4:11
Psalm 55:20 – Those who betray with words once walked alongside.
“My companion attacks his friends; he violates his covenant.” – Psalm 55:20
Proverbs 22:24-25 – Avoid the allure of a deceitful person.
“Do not make friends with a hot-tempered person, do not associate with one easily angered, or you may learn their ways and get yourself ensnared.” – Proverbs 22:24-25
Matthew 5:44 – The call to love even in the face of betrayal.
“But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.” – Matthew 5:44
Exodus 23:1 – Upholding truth is essential to avoid betrayal.
“Do not spread false reports. Do not help a guilty person by being a malicious witness.” – Exodus 23:1
Psalms 3:6 – Trust in God amidst betrayal.
“I will not fear though tens of thousands assail me on every side.” – Psalms 3:6