Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.
Recompense
Provide
General references
Bible References
Recompense
Romans 12:19
Do not take revenge on someone who has wronged you, but leave it up to God's wrath [to take care of it], for it is written [Deut. 22:35], "The Lord says, I will pay people back [for doing wrong] because taking revenge belongs to me."
Matthew 5:39
But I tell you, do not offer resistance to an evil person, but whoever hits you on the right side of the face, allow him [to hit you] on the other side also.
1 Thessalonians 5:15
Make sure that no one does anything wrong to someone who wrongs him, but always look for something good you can do for one another and for everyone.
1 Peter 3:9
Do not repay a wrong action with [another] wrong action, nor abusive [language] with [additional] abuse, but rather be a blessing [to one another]. For the purpose of your being called [by God] was so that you could receive a blessing [from Him eventually].
Provide
Romans 14:16
Do not allow what you consider good to be spoken against [i.e., the exercise of a liberty by the strong to eat anything must not become the occasion of criticism by the weak].
1 Corinthians 6:6
But [instead], a brother goes to court against his brother, and that in front of an unbelieving [judge]!
1 Corinthians 13:4
[Note: The following traits should be understood in the context of love for people]. Love is patient [with people], and is kind [to them]; love does not envy [what people are or have]; love does not boast [of being superior to others], it is not arrogant [in dealing with people].
2 Corinthians 8:20
[We made this arrangement] to avoid anyone blaming us for the way we handled this generous gift.
Philippians 4:8
Finally, brothers, give [careful] thought to these things: Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovable, whatever is commendable. If it is excellent; if it is praiseworthy; [think about it].
Colossians 4:5
Be wise in the way you live in front of outsiders [i.e., non-Christians], making the most of every opportunity.
1 Thessalonians 4:12
[Do these things] so that you will live in a proper way in front of outsiders [i.e., non-Christians], and not have [to depend on people for] any needs.
1 Thessalonians 5:22
Avoid [the practice of] every kind of evil.
1 Timothy 5:14
Therefore, I want the younger widows to get married, have children and manage their homes, so that they do not give the enemy [i.e., non-Christians] an opportunity for speaking against [the church].
Titus 2:4
Then they can train the young women to love their husbands, to love their children,
1 Peter 2:12
You should live such good lives before [unconverted] Gentiles, so that even though they accuse you of being evildoers, by seeing your good deeds, they will [be led to] honor God [for you] on the day He visits us again [i.e., to bring judgment].
1 Peter 3:16
May your conscience be able to so approve of your conduct that, even if you are ridiculed, those doing it will [eventually] have to be ashamed [of themselves] for criticizing your Christian behavior.
General references
Romans 14:16
Do not allow what you consider good to be spoken against [i.e., the exercise of a liberty by the strong to eat anything must not become the occasion of criticism by the weak].
1 Thessalonians 5:22
Avoid [the practice of] every kind of evil.