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Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, ‘Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the LORD’. Romans 12:19 (ESV)
Paul writes these words to the believers at Rome. He gives sage advice from which we can learn.
In today’s world, we hear of and see road rage. Someone accidentally makes an error in driving. Another driver becomes offended and reacts. That reaction can lead to a dangerous consequence.
We need to learn not to ‘add fuel to the fire’. Paul tells us to leave it to. . . God. This may sound difficult but we need to put this into practice as we strive to live for Jesus.
What can we do to model Paul's admonition before others?
We sometimes forget in the heat of the moment that we are to be models of Christ...we sometimes give way to the frustration and anger of this world system, place, and time and forget we are called to be apart from this world, and yet we must live in it. May we live as Christ in this world...and may He give us the grace and wisdom we need each day to do just that. Walking in Him, reading His Word, and Prayer are the only way to keep our paths straight.
ReplyDeletePam: Thank you for your beautiful thoughts. As time draws closer for Jesus' return to earth, these lessons become more precious to us. Peace and Blessings.
DeleteVery good reminder to let God's Spirit lead us rather than our emotions!
ReplyDeleteJeanette; Thank you for your kind thought. Peace and blessings.
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