Psa 106:47 Deliver us, O LORD, our God! Gather us from among the nations! Then we will give thanks to your holy name, and boast about your praiseworthy deeds. Psa 106:48 The LORD God of Israel deserves praise, in the future and forevermore. Let all the people say, “We agree! Praise the LORD!”
Psa 103:1 By David. Praise the LORD, O my soul! With all that is within me, praise his holy name! Psa 103:2 Praise the LORD, O my soul! Do not forget all his kind deeds! Psa 103:3 He is the one who forgives all your sins, who heals all your diseases, Psa 103:4 who delivers your life from the Pit, who crowns you with his loyal love and compassion, Psa 103:5 who satisfies your life with good things, so your youth is renewed like an eagle’s. Psa 103:6 The LORD does what is fair, and executes justice for all the oppressed. NET
Mat 5:38 "You have heard that it was said, 'Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.' Mat 5:39 But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other cheek also. Mat 5:40 And if anyone wants to sue you and take your shirt, hand over your coat as well. Mat 5:41 If anyone forces you to go one mile, go with them two miles. Mat 5:42 Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you.” (ESV)
These verses of the Bible are to teach a new way of living. They focus on Jesus teaching to transform your heart and have love for all.
This not a command against self-defense or escape from abuse. This is a command not to seek personal revenge.
Unfortunately, even government leaders are seeking revenge on perceived enemies. A true christian would not seek retribution against another person.
How soon will it be before your neighbor turns you in for a reward because you said something that offended. Jesus teaching shows true christians that they must forgive and move on with their lives. Praise God!
Many people think the have the world by the tail. Times are good and money is flowing in. Remember the same wonderful tail today, could kill you tomorrow. Tails swing both ways. The only true thing in this world is God.
If you are going through hard times in your life, remember Jesus. Although Jesus did not promise an easy life, He did give guidance on getting through it. Our hope is knowing that Jesus is walking right along with us. He is always there. Be still. Listen to Gods voice and then respond. Do as God wants, study the bible, reach out for help if needed. Most of all praise God for everything in your life, good and bad. He is in control and we only need to let Him lead.
Some comforting bible verses:
The only thing necessary for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing. —SIR EDMUND BURKE
That quote seems to take additional meaning today in many areas. Do not let evil triumph!
