You’re Only Attacked Because You Can’t Be Killed

Have you ever felt like the more you try to do what’s right, the more opposition you face? Maybe you’ve been ridiculed, left out, falsely accused, or judged unfairly by people who don’t even know the full story. It’s painful, and it can leave you wondering, Why me? Why does it seem like I’m constantly under attack?

But here’s something you need to know—you are only attacked because you are still standing. The enemy doesn’t waste his energy on people who aren’t a threat. If you’re being talked about, falsely judged, or misunderstood, it’s not because you’re weak; it’s because there’s something inside of you that the enemy wants to stop. The attacks you’re facing are proof that God has a calling on your life that no one can cancel.

No One Can Kill What God Has Called to Life

In 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 (NKJV), Paul says:
"We are hard-pressed on every side, yet not crushed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed."

That means no matter what comes against you—no matter who talks about you, judges you, or tries to tear you down—they cannot take away what God has placed in you. They can throw their words, their accusations, their rejection, but they cannot kill what God has already declared alive.

God Himself promises this in Isaiah 43:1-2 (NKJV): "Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name; You are Mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; And through the rivers, they shall not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned, Nor shall the flame scorch you."

If God says you belong to Him, then no one—no enemy, no liar, no false accuser—can take away what He has established. You are not forsaken. You will not be destroyed.

Jesus Himself told His followers to expect this: "In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." (John 16:33, NIV)

If the world hated Him, they will hate His followers too (John 15:18-20). But persecution is not proof that you are losing—it’s proof that you are chosen.

The Flaws of Those Who Judge You

One of the most painful parts of being attacked is when it comes from people who are no better than you—people with their own struggles, their own flaws, their own sins. It’s ironic how the loudest critics are often the ones who have no right to judge.

Jesus spoke about this in Matthew 7:3-5 (NKJV): "And why do you look at the speck in your brother’s eye, but do not consider the plank in your own eye? ... Hypocrite! First remove the plank from your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye."

People who judge and condemn often do so because it’s easier to point out someone else’s flaws than to face their own. Their criticism of you is not a reflection of who you are—it’s a reflection of what’s inside them. Jesus said, "For out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks." (Luke 6:45, NKJV).

That means when people spew hatred, gossip, or false accusations, they are revealing what is inside of them, not what is inside of you. A bitter heart speaks bitter words. A jealous heart spreads jealousy. A self-righteous heart is quick to condemn.

Scripture calls it hypocrisy—modern psychology calls it projection.
Jesus spoke directly to this human tendency in Matthew 7, as noted above. We often recognize and react harshly to the very faults in others that we haven’t addressed in ourselves.

In psychology, this is called projection—a defense mechanism where someone displaces their own undesirable traits onto someone else. For instance, a person struggling with dishonesty might accuse others of lying. Someone who secretly talks badly about a friend might suddenly accuse that friend of gossiping. A spouse who has committed adultery may become hypersensitive and suspicious, noticing every small behavior and reading into it, eventually accusing their faithful partner. These reactions are often a way to shield themselves from guilt by focusing on someone else's supposed wrongdoing.

From a biblical perspective, projection is a form of self-deception. It avoids repentance by turning our focus outward instead of inward. But when we catch ourselves doing this—when we feel the urge to accuse, suspect, or condemn—it may actually be the Holy Spirit tugging at our own hearts. And that’s a moment to pause and say, "Lord, is there something in me You’re trying to reveal?"

Search Me, O God

It’s easy to read a message like this and think about everyone who has attacked or judged us. And if you’re in that season, this word is for you. But we must also be willing to ask the harder question: Have I ever been the one doing the judging?

Psalm 139:23-24 (NKJV) says:
"Search me, O God, and know my heart; Try me, and know my anxieties; And see if there is any wicked way in me, And lead me in the way everlasting."

Sometimes, when God starts to gently reveal a flaw in us, it feels uncomfortable—so uncomfortable that instead of repenting, we start to see that flaw everywhere but in ourselves. It’s easier to say, "She’s so prideful," than to admit, "Lord, I’ve let pride creep into my heart." It’s easier to spot gossip in someone else than to take a hard look at our own conversations.

Let the Conviction Refine You

This is where real growth happens. The enemy uses accusation to divide us—but the Holy Spirit uses conviction to refine us. That refining only works when we stop defending our own righteousness and say, "Lord, if this message is meant for me, don’t let me miss it."

So whether you are the one being misunderstood or the one misjudging someone else—God is calling you deeper. Into honesty. Into healing. Into maturity. Into grace.

Let this be the season where you don’t just stand strong against attack—but also grow softer under conviction.

Pray for Those Who Persecute You

Once we recognize that those who attack us are often speaking from their own brokenness, we can begin to see them through God’s eyes. Instead of holding onto bitterness, we are called to respond in the most unexpected way—with prayer.

Jesus said in Matthew 5:44 (NKJV):
"But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you."

That doesn’t mean we excuse their behavior or pretend it doesn’t hurt. But we release it to God. We let Him handle the judgment, and we choose to rise above the bitterness.

When Jesus was nailed to the cross, mocked, and spat upon, He didn’t fight back—He prayed for them. He said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do.” (Luke 23:34, NKJV).

That kind of response takes supernatural strength. But when we pray for those who attack us, we are not only obeying Jesus—we are protecting our own hearts from turning bitter.

And if we’re the ones who have spoken in anger or judgment—if we’ve pointed fingers instead of looking inward—then we pray this too: “Lord, forgive me. Soften my heart. Show me where I’ve missed it, and teach me to walk humbly with You.” Conviction is a gift. It’s a doorway to grace.

You Are in Good Company

Throughout Scripture, the greatest men and women of faith were ridiculed, misunderstood, and falsely accused:

Joseph was betrayed by his own brothers and thrown into prison for a crime he didn’t commit (Genesis 37, 39).

Moses was constantly criticized by the very people he was called to lead (Numbers 12, 16).

David was hunted down by Saul, even though he was innocent (1 Samuel 18-24).

Jesus Himself was falsely accused, mocked, and ultimately crucified—though He was sinless (Luke 23).If you are being attacked, you are in good company. God is using even this season to strengthen you, refine you, and prepare you for greater things.

Keep Standing—You Will Not Be Defeated

It may feel like the weight of judgment, rejection, or ridicule is too much to bear. But God sees you. He knows the truth. And He will fight for you.

Isaiah 54:17 (NKJV) says:
"No weapon formed against you shall prosper, And every tongue which rises against you in judgment You shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, And their righteousness is from Me," Says the Lord.

So stand strong. Keep walking forward. Keep trusting God. The attacks may come, but they will not take you out. The enemy can try to discourage you, distract you, or wear you down, but he cannot destroy what God has anointed.

You are only attacked because you cannot be killed.

Reflection & Application

• Have you been falsely accused, ridiculed, or judged unfairly?
• How can you remind yourself that God has the final say over your life, not people?
• Have you prayed for those who have hurt you? Ask God to help you release them into His hands.
• Have you asked the Holy Spirit to show you if you’ve ever been the one doing the judging?

Prayer

Lord, I release every attack, every false accusation, and every hurtful word spoken against me into Your hands. Help me to stand firm in faith and to see my enemies through Your eyes. Give me the strength to pray for those who persecute me, just as You commanded. I trust that no weapon formed against me will prosper, and that You are fighting my battles.

And Lord, if there’s any pride, judgment, or projection in my own heart, bring it to the surface gently but clearly. Let Your conviction purify me. I don’t want to be the accuser. I want to be the one who walks humbly, shows mercy, and lives in step with Your Spirit.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.