Friday, October 10, 2003

Behave Like a Christian

Romans 12:9-21



Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil. Cling to what is good.
Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another; not lagging in diligince, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord; rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing steadfastly in prayer; distributing to the needs of the saints, given to hospitality.

Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep.

Be of the same mind toward one another. Do not set your mind on high things, but associate with the humble. Do not be wise in your own opinion.

Repay no one evil for evil. Have regard for good things in the sight of all men. If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men.

Beloved, do not avenge yourself, but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, "Vengeance is Mine, I will repay," says the Lord.
Therefore,
"If your enemy is hungry, feed him;
If he is thirsty, give him a drink;
For in so doing you will heap coals of fire on his head
."

Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.




So, what does it mean to behave like a christian? Being a perfect person? That's what I thought, but there is no perfect person in this world. People are very important for Christians. The first and foremost important rule is to love God with all your heart, but the second foremost important rule is to love other people. Therefore, serve other people as you want to serve Jesus. Love them. Know that what you do now, you will get repay later by God. Whenever someone curse you, remember that God will deal with him later. Don't fight him back. Just accept it and bring it to Him in prayers. In fact, you should have treated him better. Is this what an ideal Christian is?
My prayers are with you.

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