An eye for an eye? Are you sure? 1 Thessalonians 5:15

Good morning everyone. God is good all the time, all the time God is good. TOO BLESSED TO BE STRESSED!

So, what is happening in your world? 1 Thessalonians 5:15 "See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men."

Short, does not sound like much, but carries a heavy impact. Paying back evil with evil, in a manner similar to the Old Testament "eye for an eye," is not a part of the Christian philosophy. We must pursue what is good in our relationships to all men. Paul encourages other positive attitudes, a continual joy, or looking for the positive possibilities in every situation.

Yes, when something happens to us we have a tendency to want to "make it even" or "make it right." Jesus spoke of turning the other cheek. Let today be the day you speak kindly to others, friend or foe, and see the results. Yes, stand up for yourself, don't be melba milk toast, but do it with a Jesus attitude. See what happens. Try it, you'll like it. Love you all.

In Christ's Love and Grace
Johnny