In the biblical context, "hurting" encompasses both physical pain and emotional suffering. The Scriptures address the reality of human suffering and provide guidance on how believers can respond to and find solace in times of distress.

Physical Hurting

The Bible acknowledges the presence of physical pain and suffering in the world. In the Old Testament, Job is a prominent figure who experiences intense physical affliction. Despite his suffering, Job maintains his faith in God, declaring, "Though He slays me, yet will I trust in Him" (Job 13:15). This highlights the importance of trusting God even amidst physical pain.

The New Testament also addresses physical hurting, particularly through the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Jesus' compassion for those in physical distress is evident in numerous accounts of healing, such as the healing of the blind, the lame, and the lepers (Matthew 11:5). These miracles not only demonstrate Jesus' divine power but also His deep compassion for human suffering.

Emotional Hurting

Emotional pain is another aspect of hurting addressed in the Bible. The Psalms, in particular, are rich with expressions of emotional distress and cries for God's intervention. Psalm 34:18 offers comfort, stating, "The LORD is near to the brokenhearted; He saves the contrite in spirit." This verse reassures believers that God is present and attentive to those who are emotionally wounded.

The New Testament encourages believers to support one another in times of emotional hurting. Galatians 6:2 instructs, "Carry one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." This reflects the call for Christians to be a source of comfort and support for each other, embodying the love of Christ in their relationships.

Spiritual Perspective on Hurting

From a spiritual perspective, the Bible teaches that suffering can have a purpose in the life of a believer. Romans 5:3-4 states, "Not only that, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope." This passage suggests that God can use suffering to develop spiritual maturity and hope in believers.

Moreover, the ultimate hope for those who are hurting is found in the promise of eternal life, where there will be no more pain or suffering. Revelation 21:4 provides this assurance: "He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the former things have passed away."

Response to Hurting

The Bible encourages believers to respond to hurting with prayer and trust in God. Philippians 4:6-7 advises, "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." This passage underscores the importance of turning to God in prayer as a source of peace and comfort.

Additionally, believers are called to extend compassion and mercy to those who are hurting. James 1:27 emphasizes the importance of caring for those in distress: "Pure and undefiled religion before our God and Father is this: to care for orphans and widows in their distress, and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world."

In summary, the Bible provides a comprehensive understanding of hurting, offering both comfort and guidance for those experiencing physical and emotional pain. Through faith, prayer, and community support, believers are encouraged to find hope and healing in the midst of suffering.(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Hurt.5197. hubristes -- a violent, insolent man
... spirit. This kind of individual is insolent (delights in wrong-doing) --
finding pleasure in hurting others (GR Berry). See 5195 (). ...
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It is Indeed a Greater Fight of Patience...
... For He that took them away was not that enemy who had will of hurting,
but He who had given to that enemy the power of hurting. ...
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For as to that which we Hear Said by You...
... again sinister. Footnotes: [4871] Lit., "more prompt to lust of hurting.".
[4872] Lit., "nature of hurting.". [4873] The ms. reads ...
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An Illustration to Help in Forming an Opinion on those who are ...
... in solitude and their own lairs, are still not harmless; [945] for they cannot really
be said to be harmless, because they are not actually hurting anybody. ...
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Through Fire.
... do. It came to mean hurting suspicion, peculiarly hurting to as pure and
gentle a soul as she. Apparently this was unavoidable. ...
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The Use of Money
... 2. We are, Secondly, to gain all we can without hurting our mind any more than our
body. ... 3. We are. Thirdly, to gain all we can without hurting our neighbour. ...
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Acts xxiv. 22, 23
... For the (Divine) Nature is neither Itself susceptible of hurt, nor capable of
hurting another: since this very thing in itself is a hurt. ...
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Agree with Thine Adversary
... Then I will give you an example. Suppose the case of a man hurting his health by
self-indulgence of any kind. Then his adversaries are the laws of health. ...
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Of Revenge.
... posterior? Yet each stands impeached of hurting a man in the eye of the
Lord, who both prohibits and condemns every wickedness. ...
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Remarks on Some of the "Dangers and Wounds" Referred to in the ...
... what kind of price? The blood of God. [465] In hurting this flesh of ours,
therefore, we hurt Him directly. [466] What did that ...
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The Exile --Continued.
... the budding germ of love, which makes him break into benedictions on her and her
wisdom, and thankfulness that he had been kept back from "hurting thee," and ...
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Hurting (3 Occurrences)
... (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Hurt. Multi-Version Concordance Hurting (3 Occurrences).
Revelation 9:10 They have tails like those of scorpions, and stings. ...
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Kind (290 Occurrences)
... 3. (superl.) Showing tenderness or goodness; disposed to do good and confer happiness;
averse to hurting or paining; benevolent; benignant; gracious. ...
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Urinates (6 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 25:34 For indeed, as Yahweh, the God of Israel, lives, who has withheld
me from hurting you, unless you had hurried and come to meet me, surely there ...
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Withheld (32 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 25:34 For indeed, as Yahweh, the God of Israel, lives, who has withheld
me from hurting you, unless you had hurried and come to meet me, surely there ...
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Withholden (12 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 25:34 For in very deed, as Jehovah, the God of Israel, liveth, who hath
withholden me from hurting thee, except thou hadst hasted and come to meet me ...
/w/withholden.htm - 10k

Daybreak (19 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 25:34 For indeed, as Yahweh, the God of Israel, lives, who has withheld
me from hurting you, unless you had hurried and come to meet me, surely there ...
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Despite (18 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 28:24 There shall be no more a pricking brier to the house of Israel, nor
a hurting thorn of any that are around them, that did despite to them; and ...
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Disdain (6 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 28:24 And there shall be no more a pricking brier unto the house of Israel,
nor a hurting thorn of any that are round about them, that did despite unto ...
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Malicious (13 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 28:24 There shall be no more a pricking brier to the house of Israel, nor
a hurting thorn of any that are around them, that did despite to them; and ...
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Man-child (11 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 25:34 For in very deed, as Jehovah, the God of Israel, liveth, who hath
withholden me from hurting thee, except thou hadst hasted and come to meet me ...
/m/man-child.htm - 10k

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