01/07/2024
I'm asking you, please...
(I posted this in 2016, and I'm posting it again now:)
If you disagree with something someone else believes or practices, please do NOT use violence against that person.
There are many things that other people believe that I do not believe, but I always strive to treat all people with dignity and respect. We may disagree, but I'm willing to calmly hear and carefully what you have to say, as I would like for you to calmly listen to and carefully consider what I have to share on that very same subject (Luke 6:31). Being rude, calling names, insulting others, or reacting with violence to anyone who disagrees with you won't help you influence others to change their opinions, their beliefs, or their actions. In fact, doing any of those things is just plain wrong.
Consider what the Bible says--whether you believe in God or the Bible or not, at least consider these words, please:
"A soft answer turns away wrath, / But a harsh word stirs up anger." (Proverbs 15:1, NKJV)
"Repay no one evil for evil. Have regard for good things in the sight of all men. 18 If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men. 19 Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, 'Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,' says the Lord. 20 Therefore / 'If your enemy is hungry, feed him; / If he is thirsty, give him a drink; / For in so doing you will heap coals of fire on his head.' 21 Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good." (Romans 12:17-21, NKJV).
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