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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: Tim, you wouldn't want others to use that sort of reasoning. Just because the Bible does not address a particular matter specifically, we have principles to guide us. Let's take using marijuana, for example. Scripture does not clearly say, 'Thou shalt not use marijuana.' But it does say to obey the authorities (assuming the request does not violate a command from God). It also says "Since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God." Physicians have proven the 'contaminating' effects of marijuana, thus we know how to distinguish the wrong in this case. Whatever each of us decides as regards voting, smoking or any other decision in life, there is a right course and God will examine us as to how we did. Thus "opinions" matter. |