How to Respond When You Feel Mistreated

by John Bevere

"Repay no one evil for evil" (Romans 12:17 NKJV). Easier said than done, right? But that's exactly what John Bevere recommends in How to Respond When You Feel Mistreated . We are all subject to some authority, and those in leadership often misuse their power and hurt others. But we as Christians are called to honor and submit to authority, even if it means accepting unfair treatment. "'Vengeance is mine, I will repay,' says the Lord" (Romans 12:19 NKJV). God's justice often takes longer than we want to wait, but it does come. And our obedience in accepting suffering increases His work in the lives of others. Ultimately, our model for responding to unfair treatment is Jesus. And by enduring suffering as He did, we are made more like Him.

Genres: Christian, Nonfiction

93 pages, Hardcover

First published October 7, 2004

About the author

Marked by boldness and passion, John Bevere delivers uncompromising truth through his award-winning curriculums and bestselling books, now in more than 60 languages, including "The Bait of Satan," "Drawing Near" and "Driven by Eternity." He is an international speaker and co-host of "The Messenger" TV program broadcast worldwide.

John enjoys living in Colorado Springs with his wife, Lisa, also a best-selling author and speaker, and their four sons.

Reviews

[Hannah Juras · Rating 2 out of 5]

Dated. Cheesy and surface level.

[Claudia Loor · Rating 4 out of 5]

trata el tema desde el punto de vista bíblico y como lo haría Jesús, con pautas para reaccionar antes distintos problemas. Con ejemplos de personas que pasaron por lo mismo

[Richard Fernández Vicioso · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lenguaje sencillo, enseñanzas prácticas en base a la Biblia, no es necesario ser creyente para aprovechar las enseñanzas qué Bevere da con ejemplos de su propia vida.

[Maria Elmvang · Rating 3 out of 5]

Leave vengeance to the Lord. MUCH easier said than done, and I also felt the book lacked some concrete examples. When are we taking vengeance out of God's hands and when are we just refusing to be door-mats? Where does the line go? In some cases it's obvious, but in others not so much.

A thought-provoking book, but though short, it still didn't escape from being rather repetative at times. The first two chapters were definitely the best, and more or less everything in the rest of the book were expansions and elaborations of the topics raised there. I did appricate his chapter on authority though - even when we sorely dislike, or even disapprove of our head of state, God is still in charge. Who are we to say He didn't put that person in that position for a reason? He also made an excellent argument for why a wife submitting to her husband doesn't necessarily mean that she has to obey him, but merely that she has to respect him. Interesting thoughts.

[Latonya · Rating 5 out of 5]

I bought this book during my first year of marriage. The thing that stuck out for me with this book was the portion of the title that said "feel mistreated". I realize that sometimes we think someone is mistreating us when they may not be. Whether you are being mistreated or not, there is a Godly way to deal with it. I must testify that dealing with mistreatment is far more liberating when you deal God's way instead of defending yourself. If you try to defend yourself, you tie God's hand to not defend you.

[Stacy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am thankful for this book! John Bevere walks the reader through three reasons we as Christians should praise God and respond to mistreatment correctly. He gives great examples, and even talks about his personal experiences with mistreatment in ministry. A must read for all Christians!

[Denise · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very direct advice on letting God defend you when others mistreat you. God has shown me this principle before, but I'm still learning to apply it to each new occurrence of gossip, slander, rejection or misjudgment I face. 1 Peter 2:21-24 ...while suffering, utter no threats but entrust yourself to Him who judges righteously. NASB

Also a discussion on how we grow when we don't escape or avoid suffering. Persevering through suffering and obeying God during suffering helps us grow spiritually. Then we can endure more difficult tasks and love more deeply.