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NASB | Matthew 5:44 "But I say to you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Matthew 5:44 "But I say to you, love [that is, unselfishly seek the best or higher good for] your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, [Prov 25:21, 22] |
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Bible Note: I don't promote either party, but what would you tell your precious child about Republicans? Seems the same criticisms could be raised, so what's the solution? I can find no Scriptural support for the notion that Jesus and the early Christians were political activists, but rather quite the contrary. Paul counseled: "I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone-- for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. I want men everywhere to lift up holy hands in prayer, without anger or disputing." (1 Tim 2:1,2,8) Perhaps politics is inherently divisive, worldly, and to be avoided by united Christian brothers and sisters. (James 4:4) Perhaps allegiance to God's Kingdom requires that we put our trust in it and not man's promises? (Psalm 146:3-5; Matt 6:33; 1 John 2:15-17; Prov 53:5,6) Just a thought. |