Make sure that nobody pays back wrong for wrong, but always strive to do what is good for each other and for everyone else.
It is very hard for us to not want to pay back wrong for wrong. When people hurt and insult us we are often tempted to retaliate and get back at them. We spend hours plotting revenge and we get some satisfaction in our minds as we plot evil against them.
Holding on to anger does not bring lasting satisfaction. Resentment grows and steals the joy from our daily lives. There is a better way.
When we heed the words of the Apostle Paul and show love instead hate, good in the place of bad we live in the environment that allows God to work his will on our behalf.
Leaving vengeance in the hands of God means that we let go of the urge to get even and we seek to do good to each other. This is the only way to be free from the bondage of an unforgiven spirit.
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