"When You're Falsely Accused" - Pastor Jon Burgess

[@manishawilson7273]

I have been battling false accusations, lies, slander and sabotage at my workplace for more then one and a half years, i have been angry, hurt and shaken for long, thank you Pastor for speaking so clearly how a believer should act in such a situation, Lord i give my battles into your hands, help me to be still

[@leonashebilendlovu9787]

When I searched *how to react to false accusations at home* I didn't think I was going to find anything let alone this I was angry and shaking because I was coming from defending myself finally from the false accusations that I constantly get from my step grandmother. I am glad I stumbled upon this now I will let God take the lead, heal me so that I may live in peace and forgive my accusers.

[@vennessabeason1827]

Me too my sister. God bless you....never thought I would find anything

[@hildacortez3223]

Amen!

[@stephanievasquez8749]

God sent me here to youtube false accusations because i know he needed me to hear this. I so needed to hear this. The false accusations have been driving me crazy. Has brought my soul down more then it was. I know Jesus knows the truth. He will defend me through this. He will help me get back up deal with me and provide for my kids and myself. The enemy is so deceiving a liar. I will stand firm to the truth. God is my defender.

[@ageeibc6029]

Job was an example. I have learnt that let God handle. Silence doesn't mean it is the truth. As a Christian, I won't response. Period.

[@shebamwale3099]

Iv been falsely accused of something am not doing. I don't know why but my name has been tinted.. it breaks my heart and am ashamed of how people perceive me now.... I wish God can use a megaphone and silence those that speak against me

[@hannbanan715]

Let God defend. He will

[@hildahighlander2586]

I understand what you are saying...I completely get it. I have been a member of a particular church for nearly a decade. I really have no idea why, but our pastor's wife who normally loves most people readily, has made it known to me that she dislikes me intensely. Truthfully, I have absolutely no idea why. Though I have served in several areas of ministry without incident...She doesn't really allow me to serve in areas that I love and have served well in previously in other churches. They barely give me the time of day. I have tried to forgive, to walk in love, and to honor them to the best of my ability. I have stayed because the Word is preached well, and there are other people there I love and have a great relationship with. I do not gossip about them and the church and keep my hurt between me and the Lord! The main reason I haven't left is because I don't know of a better chuch and dont feel a release from God to leave. (Ironically, my old church would love to have me back, and I sometimes attend meetings there. I know that's not where God wants me as my church home, however.) A few years ago I actually did a good thing for someone else in leadership. A simple thing...not excessive or extravagant, but what I would call being iin the right place at the time. I definitely felt led of God to do this one act. At the time, the person received it with joy. They told me it meant alot to them, and they appreciated it. They even hugged and thanked me in person a week later. Yet, somehow this simple act got all twisted and distorted. I did nothing that would be contrary to the scripture. Now, I have heard 1...2...3...times from the pulpit about how horrible my actions were...making fun and belittling me from the pulpit from this woman. She even coined a word to call me to make fun of me. Fortunately, most don't know it was me, because I never shared with anyone. Our church has grown, and in first meeting in new place, our pastor...not his wife spoke against me from the pulpit, though not saying my name. He literally called me a slanderer, a gossiper, and used by the enemy to divide. He literally said I put out the fire of the Holy Spirit. None of that is true, I can promise you that! I should say too, that I was never ever confronted, or told why they feel this way. At one point I tried to meet with them, but they ignored my requests. I have to say that as much as I have tried to walk in love, having this be said about me from our lead pastor, has devastated me and makes me feel worthless. I know though, that's from the enemy, and not of God. However, I honestly feel stripped of all dignity and it devastates me to my core!

[@dennismclaurin1487]

I wish that God would cast mine (A narcissist Jezebel neighbor) in HELL---And all those drinking(receiving) of the wine (spirit) of the wrath of her fornication, as relates in Rev.14, and Rev.18

[@FdUPOSTK]

Same with me. Ruined my name for good . People see me as a bad person and it has mentally destroyed me.

[@carliebeau5329]

Your not who they say you are ... ​@@FdUPOSTK

[@visakonakhro1688]

I really needed this. I will let God be my defence. Amen

[@sunshinehenderson541]

AMEN

[@gigigeb8156]

I gave everything to God today. I let go and let God. Thank you and God bless you

[@dennismclaurin1487]

'Let go,and let God' Have to remember that.

[@WildlyCuriousZA]

Father God, I thank you for vindicating me and i pray for the vindication of all of us who are going through the same thing. I give my pain over to you and I allow you to defend me. In you, I have the strength. God bless us all

[@muadhinandalikokule]

I am so wounded as I listen to this, it seems a spirit of accusion is hovering over my life. People would even make up the biggest lies and it hurts. I always leave it up to God but I am at crossroads I feel I can't hold on any longer. My life is also negatively taking wrong turns because too much negativity.

[@robinberry4957]

😢😢same here! It's a living nightmare 😢

[@muadhinandalikokule]

@@robinberry4957 so sorry you're going through this. I hope we get to see light at the end of the tunnel

[@margaretsanchez2194]

Thank you...I needed this lesson to remind me about grace, love, and that God is my defender..Praise God!

[@hogsbreathgaming9790]

This is actually what I needed to hear.. I've been falsely accused and I've been mentally, emotionally disturbed for a couple of days.. It was so hard for me but now I feel like I've been set free.. Thank you so much for your wonderful words... I'll kneel and pray for the person who wrongly accused me.🙏 Go will set me free.

[@dejabowen2156]

I noticed I was never very quick to anger when it came to many things but when it comes to accusations I did. I’m happy to come across this sermon. Informing me that if accusations happen I am to let Jesus handle and have faith and trust in Him.

[@man.of.god.]

Father God, Please protect me from false accusations of slander that is going on in my church father God in the name of Jesus, Please deliver me from people trying to throw dirt in my name father God. Please help me to live my life through Jesus christ help me to protect my reputation that is going on in church father God in the mighty name of Jesus christ we pray AMEN.

[@alialmoghrabi511]

Thank you so much for your message Pastor Jon, I'm from an Islamic background who got saved years ago and like 8 years ago I got baptized with my brother and on the same day evening out mom died, and I've felt badly accused '' like the devil said see because you got baptized your mom died '' that's so true, in few other incidents I've noticed that's the devil's main passion is to get to our faith and turn it to his doubt.

[@ktgott7824]

I am so sorry about your mom. And I understand what you mean. Had a close friend die by suicide over ten years ago. It still hurts.

[@TriciaLH]

Wow. I don't know why this sermon just now popped up for me (4 years later), but it's exactly what I needed to hear.

[@delightgutip1610]

I’m really glad I came across this message. It is so timely. When a loved one falsely accuses you it comes with a different kind of pain. 😭. I choose to let go and allow God vindicate me. 🙏🏽

[@nefatarrichambers5411]

Amen I come in agreement with this prayer now because this is happening to me right now

[@kateodumu6640]

Praying for enemies is what I grew up knowing but these days a lot of people would rather curse their enemies to perish.

[@mabasiamots9419]

Job & Joseph are classical examples of how we should address false accusations & God had no option but to vindicate them

[@ruthsk5456]

Thank you so much for this message. God give me the grace to let it go, breathe in peace, forgiveness and breathe out the bitterness and anger.

[@man.of.god.]

keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in Christ may be ashamed of their slander. For it is better, if it is God’s will, to suffer for doing good than for doing evil. 1 Peter 3:16‭-‬17 NIV

[@ladyliberty8644]

I was a very young woman (entry level) when a woman in her 50's falsely accused me of being drunk on job. It was obviously false. This woman has changed my life forever. I will never forgive her. I never want to see her again.

[@emilywood9131]

I needed this! My husband falsely accuses me of cheating every single day 😭

[@Kittiesinclair5]

Pardon me but thats abusive, you need to leave him. People who do this will never change. I lived with constant accusations like this too, for years. I wish I had left after the very first time he made the accusation. The sitation never improved. When they do not respect you and do not value you, theres no recovering from that. They have no capacity to vLue or respect you. I am sorry but this is my direct experience. I left that man and I do not regret it. I also do not miss the constant berating and accusing of things I never did.

[@nataliaphilbin3037]

Me too... it's so painful to hear these accusations. . God please deliver us 🙏🙏

[@Jenoveryonder]

Me too Emily! When there is no offense, he fabricates one. Praying for you as well!

[@emilywood9131]

@spirals 73 Yes, he was a narcissist. We got divorced because of his abuse.

[@brookmigdal5068]

I am dealing with this same problem :( it’s very abusive and not okay

[@shaniquec.s.2174]

Thank you Pastor Jon

[@olgaharrell3176]

I so needed this. I cried when you bit into the bad sandwich 🥪 😭 God is so good. He cleanses us from all unrighteousness. He leads us in paths of Righteous for His name sake.

[@paulwilliams9447]

"It was a mystery to me how Mother Teresa coped with all the accusations and charges that were leveled at her, especially from England and also by many German authors. She herself gave us the answer when she spoke about dealing with insults: “If someone accuses you, ask yourself first: Is he right? If he's right, go and apologize to him. If he's not right, then take that insult that you have received in both hands. Don't let it go but seize that opportunity and give it to Jesus as a sacrifice. Be glad that you have something valuable to give to Him.” -From Msgr. Leo Maasburg's book, "Mother Teresa of Calcutta: A Personal Portrait."

[@carolynmoore8610]

This is the best answer I have ever heard for this problem. When you say nothing it starts tormenting you even though you have prayed for them and taken it to God. It feels better if you can find something you may have done to upset them, at least there is some kind of a reason for some of what has happened, and gives you a reason to apologize.

[@shanemitchell7679]

Really needed this message today. Thanks.

[@mabasiamots9419]

So profound Pastor Burgess, this has really helped me

[@BigMoe3]

I want to be defended. I don't want to hear that I got to keep taking mess off family members who accuse me of things I didn't do. Grace doesn't mean you keep taking people mess. Jesus with a whip.

[@hannahmiller5515]

If someone falsely accuses me, I know trying to use logic or reason will not help. They are starting with a conclusion and everything I do or say they will interpret in a way to show "proof" that they are right. People who accuse can't be helped or reasoned with. Even if they are right or partially right, coming at someone with anger and threats instead of conversation is an abusive way for them to attempt to communicate their needs, fears, and ask what you think. The best I know how to do is to ignore them except to say is there something I can help you with? To descalate the situation. And just ignore and be silent, look at them blankly. Then continuously make plans to leave whether it be a relationship a job a friend group etc. Abuse is common and normalized. But remember if people around you are demeaning, and think it's normal, there are many environments and people where this type of interaction is not normalized. Never settle for people or environments who use words to be demeaning and accusatory, instead of vulnerable, honest and communicative about fears and hopes

[@NuLily777]

NEEDED THIS! ❤

[@happygal1974]

I had a huge argument with my mum when she accused me about money. I told my friend it is impossible for me to forgive those who accuse me😔

[@Vivi-ex4jb]

I feel you on this. My dad just accused me of stealing his debit card I know I didnt do it but unfortunately he doesnt believe me. He threatened to call the police on me. It really isnt an easy thing to forgive but you know even Jesus said "Forgive them Father for they know not wh at they are doing" our parents just dont know right now what they are doing and we have to still show grace even though its hard.🙏🏿🥺 God sees and He knows. Hope your situation has been better from the time you wrote this

[@edelinaparesa353]

Someone is spreading false accusations about me because she knows I’m a Christian fully submitted to God so I have the fear of the Lord so I wouldn’t take Gods vengeance and get even with people so they are destroying my reputation and character I pray God vindicate me and He promise to fight my battles Exodus 14:14

[@yoel9001]

❤ Quote: I will forgive because I been forgiven the life we have here on earth is all about the Character in Christ in our lives

[@OnCallWithKasey]

Amen! This is so true! Thank you, I believe this, but so many do not!

[@RE-im1xm]

This is so dynamic and refreshing

[@ghiec.8353]

Lord, you know what I am going through. I am being accused of stealing money I did not do. Please vindicate me 😭🙏

[@Ebby_Saks]

I just stumbled on this video, I have been falsely accused and despite the hurt I have always kept quiet and let go in the past. But yesterday I heard what I consider the greatest false accusation that cost me the loss of my job. My annoyance is that I put my all into the job, the accusations are FALSE and my job was taken without hearing from me nor any proofs( asides from hearsay), no investigation was done. I am upset about the loss of job based on lies, the taint to my reputation as a Christian and as a person and the fact that there was no inquest done to proof or disproof. I cannot think of praying for my false accusers, it's asking for much right now

[@LaLOVE-iw7dg]

I resonate so much with what you said here. My employer was influenced by someone from my last organization who promised to pull me down simply because I exposed them for hurting children. Apparently, there are people well connected to my previous organization, and before I know it, they used that to taint my image so bad that I had no other option but to leave to save the bit of dignity that was left in me after the harassment that I faced with the false accusation. So, I wanted to ask you - did the Lord really vindicate you? How are you really one year after this accusation? I have a clear conscience but this is causing so much s i c ìď â l tendencies in me and also making me worried for my family - what do I do? What did you do to cope with this?

[@Ebby_Saks]

@@LaLOVE-iw7dg yes, the Lord has vindicated me. I didn't return to that job and I am all the better for leaving and the truth did come to light about a year later. God will come through for you too. You can't give in before He does. Just pick yourself up and get another job, any job till you get your dream job. God is never late. He makes all things beautiful in His time. Lots of e-hugs

[@LaLOVE-iw7dg]

@@Ebby_Saks Thank you. That's all I needed to hear.

[@kaitlin7885]

Thank you

[@alcotthall488]

Blessed!

[@genarovillegas9369]

Forgive me for give my sins against people amen

[@marcusthomas207]

Amen thank you

[@daniellesargent8475]

Amen.. bro this is what I needed to hear.. 🙏🙌

[@lelisgraves8743]

Wow I have to watch it twice!

[@kateodumu6640]

Thanks for this. This is for my situation at the moment.

[@navvie2212]

I'm never home, we live with my mother in law and she's constantly misplacing her thing and because of the hatred she has for me she's constantly accusing me of stealing her things, I'm almost never home because I work as a nurse and try to take all the shifts I can just to avoid those accusations sometimes I feel God has forgotten me but I still push on

[@karaoketaylorxsingsfan232]

What about friends accusing you of stuff that’s not true and accusing you of lying when you’re not lying

[@Hephzibah-eq9kr]

All I can think is that God has a serious plan for our lives because I'm tired

[@iamgalleryofficial]

⁠@@Hephzibah-eq9krhow’s it going now for ya? you’re still with God?

[@tashahrutkay3999]

It’s been a long and painful road to become this way. I didn’t know what a narcissist was until after I was with one. To this day, I’m falsely accused, threatened and berated routinely because we share a child together and have to co-parent. My ex doesn’t know me and never will and I’ve accepted that. The only one who really truly knows me is Jesus and am absolutely blessed with knowing that. I pray everyday my ex sees the light and develops a relationship with Jesus, that would be the best outcome… for everyone. If not, I’ve learned to put complete trust into how Jesus handles this. Now I’m anxious free, depression free, and my children all have a better Mom because of this beautiful journey. ❤️ Thank you Jesus!

[@michaelthompson6860]

I subscribed because of this one message from you pastor.

[@MorainalorettB]

Exactly i agree 👍 whole heartly ❤thank you for confirmations sir.

[@henryosejesusbaby]

Oh God almighty please come and be my family defence in this false accusation Defend my father in this battle in Jesus mighty name Amem

[@genarovillegas9369]

Give me love for people amen

[@fairymairah]

in the Bible. it said that Family can be Enemies and can accuse other Family of anything.

[@racheldebeer5303]

Wish I listened to this 4 months ago

[@OpenTruthMinistry]

Good word. Glory to God.

[@kevizhoniisophie334]

Amen!

[@pamalawyerick2004]

What do you do when the one who is falsely accusing you claims to be a good Christian and is your parent? It enrages me because I've spent my entire life fighting against her constant berating an attacks! I literally cannot take even one word of her falsely accusing my character anymore! She defends Wicked people when they make her feel good and seems to have absolutely no ability to discern true right from wrong. She will call someone a Christian if they've done something that makes her feel good but that person could be a flat-out heathen!

[@Hephzibah-eq9kr]

Jezebel

[@kimbers1238]

My dil is really jealous of my grandson and my relationship. And me and my sons. And she has had false accusations against me. But my son is fearful that he won't have but a couple of weeks a month if he stands up to her with the truth. (His words) so now he is backing her. Knowing that they are lies. Again his words. So now I can't see my son my grandson and now my granddaughter. And her mother stirs the pot as well. I guess because she sees what could happen. I have stood firm in my decision to let God direct my steps and this situation. But I go through days when my heart is broken. My Christian therapist wants me to report them to CPS. But right now I can't. Because to me it would look like revenge and that's not me. I've also struggled with turn the other cheek vs being a doormat. When people complain about how horrible 2020 is think to myself that as long as they have love and family they will be fine. Idk. I'm heartbroken this week

[@hildahighlander2586]

GOD bless you dear lady and woman of God. I understand and feel your pain. I shared my story here too, and my heart has been 💔 broken too! It definitely hurts the most coming from family and people we love. May God strengthen us both as we continue to trust God. He is the God who sees. He will make a way where there seems to be no way. I support you and stand with you sister in the Lord. Im going to pray for you too! I guess we need to remember that God will fight our battles for us and our rewards will be stored up in heaven where moth and rust will not steal it away. God bless and encourage you!

[@david-dj8or]

Sometimes it is the Jesus people who make the false accusations. I had worked at a school run by Sisters of Mercy nuns. A cover up needed to take place so the school leaders placed a written false report in my file to transfer blame to me. At a later stage the head nun must have felt guilty that I was damaged by lies so she told a story about white lies. She did not admit to a lie or say what the story related to but it was obvious. She said that if a lie was for the overall good of the community it was a white lie. (So it was for the good of the community for me to be damaged to protect the nuns holy image) the nuns boast how Jesus came to earth to take the rap for what mankind was said to have done. But they won't take the rap for what they do but get an innocent man to take the rap. If people wished to read my true story google white lies test blog and google innuendo test blog.

[@hildahighlander2586]

Im sorry you went through that David. I just shared my story here. God bless you, and I pray blessings from God and His incredible favor over your life! It really hurts so much to be lied about.. especially without cause. I wish you well, and that God will be our vindicator...in the mighty and matchless mame of Jesus!

[@FIRE4JESUS]

Hes a kind teacher

[@baby2567]

God bless you

[@ninjaalbino8656]

Amen and amen ❤️

[@genarovillegas9369]

No more bolone. Amen

[@karaoketaylorxsingsfan232]

Amen

[@felicialartey8865]

Someone did a false police case to me. Now i am doing that back to him.

[@Christ777_]

Sunday is a not a commandment

[@rosevivo9387]

Its hilarious😂 i work in a catholics school in the uk and i am indian. Recently i got falsely accused by a class teacher who is Christian of talking badly to a child and making this child so upset and i got sent to the head of the school and it was her word against my word and i got sacked as i was a teaching assistant supply staff working with an agency. The teacher didnt like me as i was indian and the only way she get is to lie in order to get me out

[@joeysoprano8405]

Those sandwiches looks really good

[@karaoketaylorxsingsfan232]

32:15 amen

[@innthenameofthefather9891]

Seeds are everywhere focus

[@innthenameofthefather9891]

That energy youu feel

[@innthenameofthefather9891]

It can grow growth

[@karaoketaylorxsingsfan232]

36:05 I agree amen

[@jacquelynjones8455]

Hello am I a victim of stolen identity

[@glendagenesis5020]

He’s right about the miracle whip, tho lol

[@genarovillegas9369]

Only subway ha ha

[@genarovillegas9369]

I will give sweet s. No more bolone. Pig. Or chicken bad ham or hot sauce

[@karaoketaylorxsingsfan232]

29:46

[@1DarkNinja58]

Not enough scripture readings

[@Kittiesinclair5]

Good message but take a breath buddy! Speakinginonelongsentencewithoutbreathingandgettinglouderandlouderandlouder isnt more effective than normal talking.

[@genarovillegas9369]

I will giv e. Meat. Fruits candy. I will give my beat. Oh yes. And shrimp ha ha

[@robinberry4957]

God Bless you

[@karaoketaylorxsingsfan232]

Amen

[@henryosejesusbaby]

Amen

[@useri.love.me57]

Amen