August 11 posted

If your enemy is hungry, give him food to eat, and if he is thirsty, give him water to drink. For in so doing, you will heap burning coals on his head, and the Lord will reward you. Proverbs 25:21-22

If you encounter your enemy’s stray ox or donkey, you must return it to him. If you see the donkey of one who hates you fallen under its load, do not leave it there; you must help him with it. Exodus 23:4-5 – Do not gloat when your enemy falls, and do not let your heart rejoice when he stumbles. Proverbs 24:17

In everything, then, do to others as you would have them do to you. For this is the essence of the Law and the Prophets. Matthew 7:12

But a Samaritan on a journey came upon him, and when he saw him, he had compassion. He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. Then he put him on his own animal, brought him to an inn, and took care of him. Luke 10:33-37

He was oppressed and afflicted, yet he did not open his mouth; he was led like a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before its shearers is silent, so he did not open his mouth. Isaiah 53:7

He did not retaliate when he was insulted, nor threaten revenge when he suffered. He left his case in the hands of God, who always judges fairly.1 Peter 2:23

For we are taking great care to do what is right, not only in the eyes of the Lord, but also in the eyes of men. 2 Corinthians 8:21

Conduct yourselves with such honor among the Gentiles that, though they slander you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day He visits us. 1 Peter 2:12

Make sure that no one repays evil for evil. Always pursue what is good for one another and for all people. 1 Thessalonians 5:15

But I say unto you, love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you. Matthew 5:44

Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times? Jesus answered, “I tell you, not just seven times, but seventy-seven times.” Matthew 18:21-22

Even if he sins against you seven times in a day, and seven times returns to say, ‘I repent,’ you must forgive him. Luke 17:4 Luke 17:3,4

“And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, in whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, outcry and slander, along with every form of malice.” Learn to forgive!

If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9

And when you stand to pray, if you hold anything against another, forgive it, so that your Father in heaven will forgive your trespasses as well. Mark 11:25

Finally, all of you, be like-minded and sympathetic, love as brothers, be tenderhearted and humble. Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing. 1 Peter 3:8-9

“Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with hearts of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.”

Bear with one another and forgive any complaint you may have against someone else. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. Colossians 3:13

Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to the family of faith. Galatians 6:10

Be kind and tenderhearted to one another, forgiving each other just as in Christ God forgave you. Ephesians 4:32

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