1 Thessalonians 5:15

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Summary

See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men.

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Ever

3 John 1:11

And

1 Peter 2:17

General references

Romans 12:14

Bible References

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But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. But if someone strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also.

But love your enemies, do good, and lend, expecting nothing in return; and your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High. For he is kind to the ungrateful and evil.

Repay no one evil for evil, but have regard for what is noble in the sight of all.

Actually, then, it is already a defeat for you, that you have lawsuits with one another. Why not rather be wronged? Why not rather be defrauded?

"He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in his mouth;"

Do not return evil for evil or insult for insult, but give a blessing instead; for to this you were called, that you may inherit a blessing.

Ever

to live a life worthy of God, who calls you into his own kingdom and glory.

Let us therefore pursue what makes for peace and for mutual edification.

Pursue love, and earnestly desire the spiritual gifts, especially that you may prophesy.

But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness.

Strive for peace with all men, and for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord.

He must turn away from evil and do good; he must seek peace and pursue it.

Beloved, do not imitate what is evil, but what is good. The one who does good is of God; the one who does evil has not seen God.

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Repay no one evil for evil, but have regard for what is noble in the sight of all.

So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.

And the Lord's servant must not be quarrelsome, but he must be kind to everyone, able to teach, patient when wronged,

to speak evil of no one, to be peaceable and gentle, and to show true humility toward all men.

Honor all people, love the brotherhood, fear God, honor the king.

General references

Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse.