Weekly Devotional - July 27th

Never repay evil for evil to anyone. Respect what is right in the sight of all people. If

possible, so far as it depends on you, be at peace with all people. Never take your own revenge, beloved, but leave room for the wrath of God, for it is written: “Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,” says the Lord. “But if your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him a

drink; for in so doing you will heap burning coals on his head.” Do not be overcome by evil,

but overcome evil with good.

Romans 12:17-21

One significant ethical imperative found in scripture is the believer's duty to resist evil. Paul emphasizes our resistance to evil through the lens of reflecting the agape love of Christ. These teachings are rooted in the direct instructions of Christ, who serves as the cornerstone of all that is true. Within these teachings, we clearly discern the distinction between truth and opinion. They represent the truest form of knowledge for overcoming evil, while anything beyond these teachings amounts to mere opinion. Unfortunately, we also recognize our struggle to consistently embody these teachings, highlighting our ongoing need for Christ.