16:10-12 False Accusations It is easy to return insults, accusations, and curses with harsh words. But such responses are foolish because they can lead to further escalation of the conflict. They also reflect a lack of trust in God. When faced with unjust accusations, we should follow the lead of David’s descendant Jesus, the Suffering Servant, who “was oppressed and treated harshly, yet he never said a word” (Isa 53:7).