Exodus 20:16(KJV)
Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.
As revealed in the above Scripture, the ninth commandment deals principally with those who testify falsely. God strictly prohibits bearing false testimony, as untruthful testimony can never achieve anything good. Our God condemns those who condemn the innocent. Proverbs 6:16,19 says, “These six things doth the LORD hate: yea, seven are an abomination unto him: A false witness that speaketh lies, and he that soweth discord among brethren.” Bearing false witness against a person, family, or church is an evil deed that can have devastating effects. Those who bear false witness are in danger of God’s judgment, and profiting from the misfortune of others will not go unpunished. Regarding false accusations, Psalm 35:20 says, “For they speak not peace: but they devise deceitful matters against them that are quiet in the land.” It is an accurate description of the motives and results of false accusations. People lie about the innocent to stir up trouble. Most people falsely accuse others as a revenge tactic, power play, or when they think they have something to gain. Those who make false accusations are under God’s judgment.
As followers of Christ, we can expect that people will sometimes make false accusations against us, but hear Jesus’ encouragement in Matthew 5:11–12 “Blessed are you when people falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven.” We can have all manner of evil spoken against us, but Jesus said we should rejoice and be exceedingly glad. Psalm 119:69–70 says, “Though the arrogant have smeared me with lies, I keep your precepts with all my heart. Their hearts are callous and unfeeling, but I delight in your law.” Let us be careful in jumping to conclusions, even when things appear inevitable. Such assumptions can sometimes attract God’s wrath and condemnation. Let us also mark the evil way, which the wicked trod and how they ended. It is a warning to every heaven-bound citizen. It is sad that Christians are also succumbing to this pandemic of bearing false witness, and it is an ugly evil!
Beloved, there will always be false accusers and naysayers, but you have to follow the example of Jesus. When falsely accused, He chose not to defend Himself nor respond to the charges brought against Him. Remember, the accusers cannot keep you from your destiny. They don’t define who you are! They don’t determine your worth and value! You are a child of the Most High God, the Creator of the universe who breathed life into you. Turn away from the accusing voices to focus on the destiny God has prepared for you! It would help to refrain from speaking about what you do not know or having the proper information. As a Christian, you do not have any business peddling lies or falsehoods. You must ensure you have the facts before you accuse your spouse, children, or any other person of an issue. Hasty judgments can lead to bitter regrets. Whatever your excuse might be, train yourself always to speak the truth. The truth will set you free and make you triumphant. Watch those who go around telling LIES about others. Anywhere you see someone magnifying the faults of others or telling lies, you are seeing the agent of the devil. Examine yourself to see if you exhibit any trace of falsely accusing anyone in your character and repent. If you have falsely testified against anybody, you must undo that wrong. Today, open your heart to the Lord; He will enable you to conquer this liability to bear false witness.
O Lord, help me boldly proclaim Your truth, knowing that You are with me, leading and guiding me toward victory in Jesus’ Name.