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Will You Retaliate?


"... but whosoever shall smite you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also." - Matthew 5:39

Ever wondered why the words of Jesus are written in red? I reckon it's so that we can pay close attention.

The words of Jesus I have noticed are never easy to swallow. I mean how can someone slap me and I will turn the other cheek? Some scholars have said He was not speaking literally.

But when Jesus spoke these words He wasn't speaking in parables He was clear. A Christian is not expected to raise a hand of retaliation. Christ Jesus our leader though a Lion went sheepishly to the slaughter like a lamb.

It is IMPOSSIBLE to obey the instructions of Jesus without being full of the Holy Spirit. Can you imagine what will happen if a man suddenly slaps a so called Christian who is 50% Holy Ghost full? Surely he would resoundingly respond.

I have looked at this scripture and have asked myself will I retaliate? Look at it also,

"... but whosoever shall smite you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also."

WILL YOU RETALIATE?

Your answer will reveal if you are filled with the Holy Spirit or not?

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