Romans 12:18

"Repay no one evil for evil. Respect what is honorable in the sight of all men."

Key Reflection

This verse encourages a response of righteousness and honor even in the face of injustice, reflecting Christ's teaching on love and forgiveness while also maintaining integrity and respect for others. It challenges believers to rise above retaliation and seek to uphold what is honorable, mirroring God’s character in their interactions.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 18. If it be possible. If it can be done. This expression implies that it could not always be done. Still it should be an object of desire; and we should endeavour to obtain it. As much as lieth in you. This implies two things: (1.)We are to do our utmost endeavours to preserve peace, and to appease the anger and malice of others. (2.) We are not to begin or to originate a quarrel. So far as we are concerned, we are to seek peace. But then it does not always depend on us. Others may oppose and persecute us; they will hate religion, and may slander, revile, and otherwise injure us; or they may commence an assault on our persons or property.

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