Thematic Bible: Instead of taking, we should
Thematic Bible
Revenge » Instead of taking, we should » Trust in God
Be of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits.
Verse Concepts
Say not thou, I will recompense evil; but wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
Revenge » Instead of taking, we should » Exhibit love
But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and to the evil.
Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I am the LORD.
Revenge » Instead of taking, we should » Overcome others by kindness
If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink: For thou shalt heap coals of fire upon his head, and the LORD shall reward thee.
Revenge » Instead of taking, we should » Exercise forbearance
Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also. And if any man will sue thee at the law, and take away thy coat, let him have thy cloke also. read more.
And whosoever shall compel thee to go a mile, go with him twain.
And whosoever shall compel thee to go a mile, go with him twain.
Revenge » Instead of taking, we should » Give place unto wrath
Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
Revenge » Instead of taking, we should » Bless
Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.