Sunday, June 9, 2024 - Overcoming Evil or Overcome by Evil

In this message, Pastor Rick delves into Romans 12:14-21 to teach us how to overcome evil with good. He emphasizes replacing natural reactions with a Christ-like responses, as exemplified by David sparing Saul's life. Pastor Rick urges us to understand our enemies' life experiences, mirroring Jesus' empathy. He highlights the importance of focusing on our Christian duties rather than what others deserve, reminding us of Jesus' unconditional love. Additionally, he calls us to seek peace instead of victory, following the examples of Stephen and Jesus. Ultimately, Pastor Rick encourages us to trust God and respond to wrongdoing with kindness, reflecting Christ's transformative power.