Definition and Overview:
Causing trouble, in a biblical context, refers to actions or behaviors that disrupt peace, create discord, or lead others into sin. The Bible addresses the concept of causing trouble in various forms, including sowing discord among brethren, leading others astray, and engaging in contentious behavior. These actions are often condemned as they oppose the principles of love, unity, and righteousness that are central to Christian teaching.

Biblical References:

1. Sowing Discord:
Proverbs 6:16-19 lists seven things that are detestable to the Lord, including "a false witness who gives false testimony, and one who stirs up discord among brothers." This passage highlights the severity of causing division within the community of believers.

2. Leading Others Astray:
Jesus warns against leading others into sin, especially the vulnerable, in Matthew 18:6: "But if anyone causes one of these little ones who believe in Me to stumble, it would be better for him to have a large millstone hung around his neck and to be drowned in the depths of the sea." This underscores the grave responsibility of guiding others in righteousness.

3. Contentious Behavior:
The Apostle Paul advises against quarrelsome behavior in 2 Timothy 2:23-24: "But reject foolish and ignorant speculation, for you know that it breeds quarreling. And a servant of the Lord must not be quarrelsome, but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, and forbearing." This instruction emphasizes the importance of maintaining peace and avoiding unnecessary disputes.

4. Consequences of Causing Trouble:
Galatians 5:19-21 lists the acts of the flesh, including "discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition, dissensions, factions," and warns that "those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God." This passage serves as a warning about the spiritual consequences of engaging in divisive behavior.

Theological Implications:

Causing trouble is antithetical to the Christian call to love and unity. The New Testament frequently emphasizes the importance of living in harmony with others, as seen in Romans 12:18: "If it is possible on your part, live at peace with everyone." Christians are called to be peacemakers, as Jesus states in Matthew 5:9: "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God."

Practical Applications:

1. Promoting Unity:
Believers are encouraged to actively seek peace and unity within their communities. Ephesians 4:3 urges Christians to "make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace."

2. Guarding Speech:
James 3:5-6 warns of the destructive power of the tongue, likening it to a fire that can set a forest ablaze. Christians are called to be mindful of their words and to use them to build up rather than tear down.

3. Encouraging Reconciliation:
When conflicts arise, believers are encouraged to pursue reconciliation, following the example of Christ, who reconciled humanity to God. Matthew 18:15-17 provides a framework for addressing grievances within the church community.

Conclusion:

The Bible consistently teaches that causing trouble is contrary to the will of God and the teachings of Christ. Believers are called to be agents of peace, promoting harmony and unity within the body of Christ and the broader world.Revelation 21:8
But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and fornicators, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burns with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.
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Romans 3:25
Whom God has set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God;
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1 Timothy 1:20
Of whom is Hymenaeus and Alexander; whom I have delivered to Satan, that they may learn not to blaspheme.
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Matthew 25:41
Then shall he say also to them on the left hand, Depart from me, you cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his angels:
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Revelation 20:10
And the devil that deceived them was cast into the lake of fire and brimstone, where the beast and the false prophet are, and shall be tormented day and night for ever and ever.
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5015. tarasso -- to stir up, to trouble
... put in (to agitate back-and-forth, shake to-and-fro); (figuratively) to set in motion
what (at ease); to "trouble" ("agitate"), causing inner perplexity ...
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404. anapsucho -- to refresh
... figuratively) bring much-needed (much-) , "causing someone to recover a state of
cheer or encouragement after a time of anxiety and trouble -- 'to encourage ...
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Tire-Trouble
... deal to say about "tire-trouble." There are a great many kinds of tire-trouble. ... which
took all the buoyancy out of them, just like a nail causing a puncture in ...
/.../chidley/fifty-two story talks to boys and girls/tire-trouble.htm

Preaching the Gospel, Healing the Sick
... under which heading their particular ailment should be classified, and we often
receive a message to the effect that "inward fire" is causing trouble, and the ...
/.../the fulfilment of a dream of pastor hsis/chapter xxii preaching the gospel.htm

Mission Work in Chicago
... in charge, there was in the congregation a certain man who had gotten under a wrong
spirit and had led others away with him, thus causing trouble and dissension ...
/.../cole/trials and triumphs of faith/chapter xix mission work in.htm

A Fall and a Recovery, 1800-1857.
... any real share in Church government. But the question of the Lot was still
causing trouble. Again there came a request from abroad ...
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Labors in a New Field
... Fathers and mothers came seeking salvation. A few, however, among them a
Campbellite minister, came with the intention of causing trouble. ...
/.../cole/trials and triumphs of faith/chapter xi labors in a.htm

The Torments of Giant Bad Feelings
... "Finally some pilgrims found out that Giant Bad Feelings was causing me much
trouble and they visited me. 'Pilgrim,' they said, 'pay ...
/.../berry/adventures in the land of canaan/chapter ten the torments of.htm

Epistle xv. To John, Bishop.
... shew to all, and bestow on him your priestly charity, and defend him from all
molestation, nor allow any one to busy himself in causing him trouble: but, as ...
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The Paralytic Let Down through the Roof.
... And the wonder is not only that He effects the cure with so much ease, but also
without pain, causing no trouble to those who are being healed. ...
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Instruction I
... to make a long outward confession; for that is of little use, and takes up the valuable
time of the Confessors, causing them much trouble and vexation. ...
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Letter i. --About Vanity and Infidelities.
... The impression of the sanctity of God which throws you into such a state of confusion
and pain, without, however, causing you trouble is, I am assured, a great ...
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