Romans 12:14: Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse.

Therefore the command is that, far from wishing that evil may overtake our persecutors, we must sincerely pray for their good. It is not sufficient to avoid returning evil for evil, nor even to banish vindictive feelings; we must be able sincerely to desire their happiness. Everyone who is acquainted with his own heart knows how hard this is for corrupt human nature. 1

Application

  • Read Matthew 5:44 – When was the last time you showed love to an enemy?
  • Have you ever prayed a blessing upon those who have used you, hurt you, slandered you, and even persecuted you?

Prayer

Lord, now I see why I need Your love to love others, especially those who hurt me.

1. Hodge, C. (1993). Romans. Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books.

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Tommy Blumberg

Tommy Blumberg was ordained as a Calvary Chapel pastor in 1985, where he served as an assistant pastor at Calvary Fellowship, in Seattle. In 1992, Pastor Tom, his wife Pam, and their three daughters moved to Bellingham and began a Bible study, which led to the founding of Calvary Chapel Northwest. Tom blogs regularly at TommyBlumberg.com.