Romans 12:19-21
“Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head. Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.”
What does Romans 12:19-21 mean?
Romans 12:19-21 in the King James Version of the Bible reads, "Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink…
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In the tapestry of life, where threads of joy and sorrow intertwine, there lies within each of us a natural inclination to seek justice, especially when wronged. We resonate with the raw emotion of betrayal, hurt, and anger, often prompting an urge to retaliate. However, as we…
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Heavenly Father, As we come before You in prayer, we stand in reverence of Your Word, reflecting on the profound teachings contained in Romans 12:19-21. "Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay…
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