The Bible famously tells Christians that when someone slaps them, to turn the other cheek. Have you really taken the time to consider how you would react if someone slapped you out of the blue? It would be your most basic human instinct to fight back, to return a slap for a slap. But Pastor Jeff reminds you to break that cycle, respond to persecution with a gentle spirit, and pray for the one who is antagonizing you. Seek mercy for your enemies, just as the Lord has shown mercy to you in your...
The Bible famously tells Christians that when someone slaps them, to turn the other cheek. Have you really taken the time to consider how you would react if someone slapped you out of the blue? It would be your most basic human instinct to fight back, to return a slap for a slap. But Pastor Jeff reminds you to break that cycle, respond to persecution with a gentle spirit, and pray for the one who is antagonizing you. Seek mercy for your enemies, just as the Lord has shown mercy to you in your sin.
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