For over 30 years, Heartlight has shared articles to help people live for Jesus in everyday life. While we are no longer publishing new articles, this enduring collection features relevant pieces throughout the year to encourage faith, offer biblical perspective, and speak to real-world joys and struggles.
by Rubel Shelly · Matthew 5:43-45 · Revenge
Rubel Shelly reminds us that revenge is never sweet because it diminishes us.
by Rubel Shelly · Romans 12:17-18 · Revenge
Revenge always brings us down to a lower level and often gets us in worse trouble.
by Alan Smith · Proverbs 24:29 · Revenge
When we try to get even for a past slight, it will nearly always come back to haunt us!
by Russ Lawson · Matthew 5:38-39 · Patience · Revenge · Vengeance
For many people "getting even" is what they're interested in and they won't be satisfied until it's done. They don't want someone to escape justice. Unfortunately, they fail to realize that never happens on this side of heaven's judgement.
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