Romans 12:19-20

Devotionals, Articles, and Bible Study Resources on Romans 12:19-20

19Do not avenge yourselves, beloved, but leave room for God’s wrath. For it is written: “Vengeance is Mine; I will repay, says the Lord.”
20On the contrary,
“If your enemy is hungry, feed him;
if he is thirsty, give him a drink.
For in so doing,
you will heap burning coals on his head.”
— Romans 12:19-20

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