February
3, 2005
Do
Not Be Overcome By Evil,
But Overcome Evil With Good
"
Abhor what is evil. Cling to what is good. Be kindly affectionate
to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference
to one another; not lagging in diligence, fervent in spirit,
serving the Lord; rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation,
continuing steadfastly in prayer; distributing to the needs
of the saints, given to hospitality.
"Bless
those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. Rejoice with
those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep. Be of the
same mind toward one another. Do not set your mind on high
things, but associate with the humble. Do not be wise in your
own opinion.
"Repay
no one evil for evil. Have regard for good things in the sight
of all men. If it is possible, as much as depends on you,
live peaceably with all men. Beloved, do not avenge yourselves,
but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, "Vengeance
is Mine, I will repay," says the Lord. Therefore 'If
your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him
a drink; for in so doing you will heap coals of fire on his
head.'
"Do
not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good."
Romans 12:9-21.
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