Even It Up

"You have heard that it was said, 'Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.' But I tell you, Do not resist an evil person. If someone strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also." Matthew 5:38-39

Trying to be a good role model for our two sons, Jesus' words on retaliation is certainly relevant on almost a daily basis in our home. We have two young men and as they grow bigger, stronger, and sometimes temperamental, it is important that we instill the value of not seeking revenge on each other while they live under our roof.  As you can imagine they are both competitive and make everything a contest of sorts...

When we are wronged, it is human nature to want to get even. Instead of seeking vengeance, Jesus' radical words are to do good to those who have wronged us! I still struggle with this today and luckily have not acted out too many times when I have been wronged in the past.

Our desire should not be to keep score, but to love and forgive-just as our loving Father has done freely for us. This is certainly not natural; it's supernatural.

Only God can give us the strength to love as only he does! The next time you plan to seek revenge, pray for the person who has wronged you instead.