"Call down blessings on your persecutors--blessings, not curses" (NEB) (Luke 6:28; Luke 23:34; Acts 7:60). (C) 19 Do not take revenge,(D) my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,”[a](E) says the Lord. Find Romans 12:17-21 Sermon Illustrations, browse preaching ideas and sermon stories on Romans 12:17-21 Don’t try to use your apology to witness to him, because he will think you’re just apologizing so that you can give him the religious pitch. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. We should live at peace with one another and conduct our lives aiming for what is noble, honest and proper. What I said last week also applies to this message: I’m speaking on a subject about which I have almost no experience: Doing right when you’re wronged. The twelfth chapter of Romans has much to say about what is expected of Christians... a. The word indeed in certain connections, as in Psalm 18:13; Psalm 140:10, has this meaning, but in Proverbs 25:22, it cannot be taken in this sense, as the preceding verse most clearly proves. From 1977-1992 he was the pastor of Lake Gregory Community Church in Crestline, California. Romans 12:17. I’m not bitter. Geske’s widow also publicly forgave the murderers and vowed to continue her ministry in Turkey. 20 On the contrary: For example, in Psalm 140:10, David cries out with regard to his enemies, “May burning coals fall upon them ….” So the meaning of Romans 12:20 would be that if you do good toward your enemy and he doesn’t repent, you can rest assured that God will one day redress your wrong by bringing severe judgment on your enemy. We all would laugh and sometimes pile on with more humorous put-downs. 17 Never pay back evil with more evil. But Paul’s point is, don’t provoke a quarrel by your obnoxious behavior and then claim that you’re being persecuted for righteousness’ sake. These remarkably high standards are possible because God is our strength. 14 Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. 20 On the contrary: “If your enemy is hungry, feed him;    if he is thirsty, give him something to drink.In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.”[b](F). "To curse does not mean to use ordinary profanity; it is a call for calamity to befall a person." He works unseen to human eyes and makes living according to these standards possible. So I went outside and yelled back at him to keep his filthy mouth shut around my kids. For the Scriptures say, This momentarily puts them on top, but only until their rival can devise a way to get even. Wow! One family or tribe offends another tribe, so the offended party retaliates by inflicting revenge. John Calvin points out that returning evil for evil may not be as severe as seeking revenge, but it is still forbidden. During a time of terrible atrocities in Armenia, a Turkish soldier pursued a young woman and her brother down a street. 17 Do not repay anyone evil for evil. If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all. Then in verses 9-21 Paul discharges a series of rapid-fire exhortations that whiz by without much connection or clarification. 21. But if he doesn’t repent, you can know that God will ultimately bring him to justice. It puts you on the same level as the one who sinned against you. One refers to inherent goodness. The farmer whose field was higher up the hill was a Christian. 19 Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,” [ a ] says the Lord. (1) “Revenge runs contrary to what society deems to be right.” Note verse 17b: “Respect what is right in the sight of all men.” Our laws prohibit vigilante justice, where one person takes it upon himself to right some perceived wrong. Does Scripture require us to try to carry on a relationship with a difficult person? Is this how I deal with difficult people at work or in my neighborhood? Browse Sermons on Romans 12:17-21. I don’t know how to get him to stop barking at your truck.”. I. Genuine Love in Action to the Family of God, vv. That is a God-thing! She said, “My husband and our children have sacrificed their lives for this nation; India is my home. His countenance changed instantly. Do things in such a way that everyone can see you are honorable." Romans 12:9-21. So the wrong response to being wronged is to pay it back with wrong. Besides, our emotions get involved and cloud our judgment. The other, the word used here, refers to external or visible goodness. Some of you have been victims of major fraud or theft. Dt 32:35; Ge 50:19; 1Sa 26:10; Ps 94:1; Jer 51:36, NIV, Biblical Theology Study Bible, Comfort Print: Follow God’s Redemptive Plan as It Unfolds throughout Scripture, NIV, Beautiful Word Bible Journal, Acts, Comfort Print, NIV, Beautiful Word Bible Journal, Luke, Comfort Print, NIV, Beautiful Word Bible Journal, Romans, Comfort Print, NIV, Story of Jesus: Experience the Life of Jesus as One Seamless Story. Romans 13:11-14 The Day When Christ Returns. At first, she wrestled with the desire for vengeance. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone" (Romans 12:17-18) As Christians we should be above reproach according to the world's standards. We need wisdom and discernment to know when to stand firm. In that sense, the righteous will rejoice when God brings judgment on the wicked (Deut. I should add that seeking peace does not include compromising key biblical truth for the sake of peace. 19 Don’t seek revenge yourselves, beloved, but give place to God’s wrath. I want it.” (“Our Daily Bread,” 11/81). 32:43; Ps. Paul’s command (12:19) not to take vengeance relates to personal revenge, not to utilizing proper authorities for protection or redress. Maybe you didn’t stop to think about how you should respond and so you exploded in anger at a difficult neighbor or family member. Verse 17b should literally be translated, “Take thought in advance for what is visibly good in the sight of all people.” In New Testament Greek there are two words that convey the idea of goodness. However, if someone is mean to you and you continue to be kind to them, they will be, at best, confused. 18 If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. He was critically wounded and if she had left him alone, he would have died. If he rejects it, at least it’s not your fault. The three charred bodies were recovered clinging to each other. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. Romans 11:13-24 Gentiles Will be Saved. One day the Turk, who recognized her, said, “Why didn’t you let me die?” She replied, “I am a follower of Jesus and He said, ‘Love your enemies.’” The man was silent for a long time, but finally said, “I never knew that anyone could have such a faith. Gain a concise, fundamental grasp of what the Bible is all about. They, whom the world consider to be conquerors, are in reality conquered.— κακοῦ ) by the evil , of your enemy, and of your own nature.— νίκα , overcome ) He is a brave man, who can endure.— ἐν τῷ ἀγαθῷ τὸ κακὸν , evil with good ) So also ch. In Romans 12:17-21, Paul teaches that… The Christian response to being wronged is to do right toward your enemy, leaving all vengeance with God. it is important as you need to transform your mind, renew it, think differently and knowing that the past is gone and the future is as per God’s plan if only you allow the holy spirit to lead. Romans 12:9-16 Rules For Christian Living. Recompense to no man evil for evil. Only God, who knows all things, is a competent and righteous Judge. In Romans 12:17-21, Paul teaches that…. As with the previous section (12:14-16), the thread of selflessness or self-denial runs through our text. Leave that to the righteous anger of God. Pastor Bob Deffinbaugh (bible.org, “Loving Your Enemies: Overcoming Evil with Good”) shows four reasons from these verses that it is always wrong to take your own revenge. We asked forgiveness of one another and the chop sessions ended that night. 21 Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. (3) “Revenge usurps a task which belongs only to God.” In verse 19, Paul says, “Leave room for the wrath of God, for it is written, ‘Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,’ says the Lord.” We are incompetent to carry out personal vengeance, because we cannot know all of the motives and circumstances that were behind a person’s wrongful action towards us. The New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures is published by Jehovah’s Witnesses. CHAPTER 12. All rights reserved worldwide. Our aim must be (as Paul’s was; Phil. This was Sunday morning and I had to preach God’s Word in a few minutes! Is this my pattern with my spouse? He never made an exception. He yelled at me; I’ll yell at him even louder! Many cultures around the world are driven by these honor codes. He confronted Peter over his hypocrisy in trying to stay on their good side. Someone’s sinful actions against us wound our pride, so we want to get even to restore our honor. Then figure out a way to ask forgiveness of those you have wronged. He was the director of the Leprosy Mission in Baripada, Orissa. What does it mean to be a peacemaker? Paul would not make peace with the Judaizers, who insisted on circumcision in addition to faith for salvation. Jesus has always demanded one’s all in following him. It is a trifling exposition that would make the “coals of fire” of Romans 12:20, quoted from Proverbs 25:21, 22, a mere figure—and meaning, really, nothing! But a closer look shows that the passage is not arbitrary, but loosely tied to what … Continue reading "Commentary on Romans 12:9-21" Before they did, I said to the neighbor, “I’m really sorry that I yelled at you as I did, and I’m sorry about our dog. Romans 12:18: “If possible, so far as it depends on you, be at peace with all men.” Sometimes in spite of all that we do, the other person does not want to make peace. In the local church, the elders sometimes must discipline members who sin against others and refuse to repent. How can we determine when it is right to fight for our rights and when we should just accept being wronged? Deeds often speak louder than words. If he ever did, it would have been the time a rich young man came to follow Jesus. if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. Graham Staines had spent 34 years serving the people of India in the name of Jesus. Paul moves from his description of believers as the body of Christ in verses 3-8 to the metaphor of believers as the family of God in verse 10. Romans 12:17, CSB: "Do not repay anyone evil for evil. ), it is always wrong to respond to wrong with more wrong. There is no canon of interpretation more erroneous than to make words or phrases to bear the same meaning in every place. Give thought to what is right in the sight of all men. Some of you have suffered (or perhaps are currently suffering) in an abusive marriage. I was inside and could hear what was going on and it made me mad that he would use such foul language on my sweet daughter. Romans 12:14-21. You’re returning evil for evil. 1:20), to exalt Christ in our bodies, whether by life or by death. I’m not going to tell you that I could respond as those godly widows did, unless God gave me unusual grace. What does Paul mean, though, when he cites Proverbs 25:21-22 about your good deeds heaping burning coals on your enemy’s head? Romans 12:1-8 Christ Brings New Life. Outwardly the man had all the trappings that would make for a great follower. Again, I would emphasize that this is not our natural reaction. He would get up early and work hard to pump water by hand for his crops. I’ve had many instances where people did wrong things to me, of course, but rarely anything traumatic. ROMANS 12:17-21. There is no other way to explain it. It keeps the vicious cycle going. 17 Repay no one evil for evil. Paying back evil for evil or taking revenge is always motivated by selfishness or pride. I hope to be here and continue to serve the needy.” Then, perhaps most remarkable of all—listen to this all you who are teenagers—her daughter Esther was asked how she felt about the murder of her dad, and the thirteen year old, said, “I praise the Lord that He found my father worthy to die for Him.”. Now what? 12:17-21 Since men became enemies to God, they have been very ready to be enemies one to another. And those that embrace religion, must expect to meet with enemies in a world whose smiles seldom agree with Christ's. He’s mad at God and you represent God to him. First of all, you need to know that Paul is quoting from the Book of Proverbs. Respect what is honorable in the sight of all men. Is this the way I deal with my kids? The church was only about a quarter mile away, so I walked to church. The truth is that it really matters very little what I think or what anyone else may think about it. In California, we had a collie that was a good dog, except that whenever the neighbor drove by in his truck or the UPS truck went by, this dog would go into a frenzy of barking. In general terms - Ro 12:1-2 1) They are to present themselves as living sacrifices to God 2) They are not to be conformed to this world 3) They are to be transformed by the renewing of their minds 4) They are to prove what is God's good, acceptable, and perfect will b. Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. But we need to understand how God wants us to respond when we are wronged, whether in a relatively minor or in a major way. He left behind his widow Gladys and daughter Esther. And from then on, we always exchanged a friendly wave whenever we crossed paths. Romans 12:21, NASB: "Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good." Romans 12:20: “But if your enemy is hungry, feed him, and if he is thirsty, give him a drink ….” Feeding your enemy or giving him a drink represents all kind deeds that you can do to meet your enemy’s needs. It does not honor our merciful God. So your aim should be to bless your persecutors (12:14) and do right towards them (12:17). A few may have been the victim of a violent crime, such as rape or assault. The Christian response to being wronged is to do right toward your enemy, leaving all vengeance with God. Μὴ νικῶ , be not overcome ) νικῶ in the middle voice. Verse 9 has no logical connection to what precedes. Paul states the right response to wrong several times for emphasis: Romans 12:17b: “Respect what is right in the sight of all men.” Verse 18: “If possible, so far as it depends on you, be at peace with all men.” Verse 20: “But if your enemy is hungry, feed him, and if he is thirsty, give him a drink ….” Verse 21b: “Overcome evil with good.”. For example, your husband snaps unkindly at you and you respond by being cold to him or by not speaking to him. He will not accept a partial commitment. Recompense to no man evil for evil. Romans 12:2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. In light of the context, which urges us to overcome evil with good, they argue that it could not mean that our good deeds will result in greater judgment for our enemy. You live daily under a barrage of verbal and emotional attacks that include either threats of physical harm or actual physical abuse. Sometimes it is sin to make peace. The Vulgate Latin reads, "not only in the sight of God, but also in the sight of all men"; and the Alexandrian copy reads, "in the sight of God and in the sight of men", which clause seems to have crept in here, out of ( 2 Corinthians 8:21 ) . I’ve told you before about my own embarrassing failure. 17a But John Piper (“Christ Overcame Evil with Good—Do the Same” on DesiringGod.org) and Thomas Schreiner (Romans [Baker], pp. The knowledge and constant remembrance by the saints of the coming literal doom of the wicked, is both a deep incentive to a holy walk, and a strong motive for loving and praying for them. Some may have suffered injury or trauma serving our country in the military. — Ed. But she realized that the Lord wanted her to treat this man with kindness, so she gently nursed him back to health. God was convicting me about my angry exchange with my neighbor. Public opinion may run contrary to God’s Word. If so, first ask God’s forgiveness. But here in America, few of us have suffered as much as our brothers and sisters in countries where there is open hostility toward the gospel. Romans 12:1-21—Read the Bible online or download free. But I have one great desire: that each citizen of this country should establish a personal relationship with Jesus Christ who gave his life for their sins … let us burn hatred and spread the flame of Christ’s love.”, Everyone thought she would move back to Australia. She said God had called them to India, and she would not leave. Write one of the following scripture references at the top of each column: Romans 12:9–16; Romans 12:17–21; Romans 13:8–13. This happened more than once and the Christian farmer was quite irritated with his lazy neighbor. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. Copyright, Steven J. Cole, 2012, All Rights Reserved. And those that embrace religion, must expect to meet with enemies in a world whose smiles seldom agree with Christ's. These remarkably high standards are possible because God is our strength. 6:10; 18:20). And so, as difficult as it is (and it is difficult! Can we keep our distance? Romans 12:21, CSB: "Do not be … I still remember when the Lord convicted me of this. So you can leave your case in His hands, knowing that He will be righteous and just in punishing those who have sinned against you. 10-13. ? There is potential for us to hurt those who hurt us. He cornered them and then mercilessly shot the brother and let the sister go free, but only after she saw her brother’s brutal murder. As I came out of the house with my tie on and briefcase in hand, the neighbor and his daughter’s live-in boyfriend drove by. Inwardly, however, he was holding back. The answer is, humble yourself, go to the person you wronged, and ask forgiveness. But our job is to bear witness to Christ by doing good towards our enemies and leaving all vengeance with God. That’s the high biblical standard that we’re called to! Neither am I angry. Romans 12:21. The dog was going crazy. God’s goodness is stronger than any evil. If that’s what it does, tell me more about it. When Paul says that we should take thought for what is right in the sight of all people, he does not mean that we should determine our behavior by public opinion. She said, a few days after the martyrdom of her husband and sons, “I have only one message for the people of India. (2) “Revenge does not promote peace but incites men to hostility.” In verse 18, Paul says, “If possible, so far as it depends on you, be at peace with all men.” Vengeance doesn’t lead to peace, but to further vengeance. How are my relationships with my extended family? I never got to share the gospel with him, but I’m sure that he knew I was a pastor. 18 If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men. No. Perhaps a loved one was murdered. Romans 13:3-4 , with which there is a charming connection. So you have to determine in advance that when you are wronged, you will not retaliate with more wrong. WHAT DOES ROMANS 12:17-21 MEAN ? Romans 12:17-21 “Repay no one evil for evil, but give thought to do what is honorable in the sight of all. WHERE IT SAYS IF YOUR ENEMY IS HUNGRY FEED THEM? If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. We are tempted to skip a passage like this in preaching. The world says, “Don’t get mad; get even!” But our Lord says (Luke 6:27), “Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you.”, Paul says this three times in slightly different ways for emphasis: Romans 12:17a: “Never pay back evil for evil to anyone.” Verse 19a, “Never take your own revenge, beloved….” Verse 21, “Do not be overcome by evil….” Paul gives a similar command in 1 Thessalonians 5:15, “ See that no one repays another with evil for evil, but always seek after that which is good for one another and for all people.” (See, also, 1 Peter 3:9.). 1 - Bodies In the Greek culture of Paul's day the mind was considered independent of the body.It was thought to be pure and the body, naturally evil. He and the boyfriend looked like they were ready to pile out of the truck for a fight. It requires submission to the indwelling Spirit of God to respond to wrongs by doing what is right. Why does reporting an abusive spouse or parent to civil authorities not violate the commands of our text? a 2 Do not conform yourselves to this age but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and pleasing and perfect. Our focus: When you surrender your life to Christ and allow the Holy Spirit to continue to change your life so that you are conforming to the image of Christ you are able to be a peacemaker. Romans 12:17-21 New International Version (NIV) 17 Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Commentary on Romans 12:17-21 (Read Romans 12:17-21) Since men became enemies to God, they have been very ready to be enemies one to another. But some of you have suffered traumatic wrongs. Romans 12:21, NLT: "Don't let evil conquer you, but conquer evil by doing good." Romans 12:17-21 Do not repay anyone evil for evil. A similar thing happened in 2007 in Turkey, where Islamic militants mutilated and murdered German missionary Tilman Geske, a father of three, and two Turkish believers, one of whom had two young children. Deuteronomy 32:35-37 is the source for Paul's instruction. Romans 12:1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. We need to practice with the minor wrongs that we suffer so that we’ll be prepared for the major wrongs. But, according to Romans 12:21, we can only overcome evil with good. He yelled back at me and I went back inside. This is one of the most unusual verses in the New Testament. Finally. The mistaken philosophy influences our world, too. Even if they don’t repent, think about ways that you can bless them with kindness. ‘No man’ who injures us, whether Christian brother or one without, so in Romans 12:14. 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