We recognize the deep pain and anger in your words, and we must address this with truth and love from Scripture. While it is understandable to feel hurt—especially if this person caused harm—Scripture warns us against rejoicing in the eternal condemnation of others. Proverbs 24:17-18 says, "Don’t rejoice when your enemy falls. Don’t let your heart be glad when he is overthrown; lest Yahweh see it, and it displease him, and he turn away his wrath from him." Even in righteous anger, we must guard our hearts from bitterness and malice, for they do not reflect the heart of God.
The reality of hell is sobering, and it should grieve us—not because we wish harm on anyone, but because God desires all to come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9). Jesus Himself wept over Jerusalem, knowing their rejection of Him would lead to destruction (Luke 19:41-44). If this person never turned to Christ, their fate is sealed, but our response should be one of mourning for the lost, not celebration in their torment.
We must also examine the spirit behind these words. Ephesians 4:29-32 tells us, "Let no corrupt speech proceed out of your mouth, but such as is good for building up as the need may be, that it may give grace to those who hear. Don’t grieve the Holy Spirit of God, in whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, outcry, and slander be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tender hearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you."
Forgiveness does not mean excusing sin—it means releasing the offender to God’s justice. If this person wronged you, we pray for healing in your heart, not so you can harbor hatred, but so you can walk in the freedom Christ offers. Romans 12:19-21 says, "Don’t seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God’s wrath. For it is written, 'Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord.' Therefore, 'If your enemy is hungry, feed him. If he is thirsty, give him a drink; for in doing so, you will heap coals of fire on his head.' Don’t be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good."
We also must address the mention of Jesus’ name in this context. While you close with "In Jesus’ name," we must ensure our prayers align with His character. Jesus taught us to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us (Matthew 5:44). If we invoke His name while harboring hatred, we misuse it. 1 John 4:20-21 says, "If a man says, 'I love God,' and hates his brother, he is a liar; for he who doesn’t love his brother whom he has seen, how can he love God whom he has not seen? This commandment we have from him, that he who loves God should also love his brother."
Let us pray together for truth, healing, and a heart that reflects Christ:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts. We acknowledge the pain and anger in these words, and we ask for Your truth to penetrate deeply. Lord, You alone know the wounds inflicted by this person, and we pray for healing—not just for the one who wrote these words, but for all who were hurt by her life. Father, we confess any bitterness, malice, or unforgiveness in our hearts. Cleanse us by Your blood and fill us with Your love.
We mourn for the lost, Father. We do not rejoice in eternal separation from You, for Your heart breaks for the unsaved. We pray that if there are any who mourn this person’s death, they would come to know You—not just as a Judge, but as a Savior who weeps over the lost. Soften hearts, Lord, and let Your light shine in the darkness.
We ask for forgiveness for any words spoken in hatred rather than holiness. Teach us to love as You love, to forgive as You forgive, and to leave vengeance in Your hands. Help us to overcome evil with good, and to trust in Your perfect justice. Father, if this person never knew You, we release her to Your mercy and justice. But we pray for those left behind—let them see You in our response, not the world’s.
We pray all this in the mighty name of Jesus, who died for us while we were yet sinners, and who commands us to love even our enemies. May our lives reflect His grace, His truth, and His love. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.
