Matthew 5:38-42 these words of Jesus “You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for eye, and a tooth for a tooth.’ 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. And if anyone wants to sue you and take your shirt, hand over your coat as well. If anyone forces you to go one mile, go with them two miles.  Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you.

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Retaliation is an attitude that seems to permeate our culture. When we feel put upon, or canceled, we quickly fall into response mode.  We want to react to wreaking vengeance upon the offender.  In the name of justice a simple sarcastic comment slips out of our lips or runs through our minds. Occasionally even the most devout Christian has visions of justice due.  We want people to get exactly what they deserve.

God tells us we are not to seek revenge but submit these feelings to God and respond His way.  Jesus challenges His people to choose a different behavior when we are confronted with anger and want revengeful justice.

Nevertheless, I must resist and convert my feelings of anger into attitudes of positive action.

Today, we must resist the feelings of revengeful justice and instead, pour out our more loving, Christ like attitude of forgiveness and love which is a better path.

#JustLarry

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