Send us a textThe broken state of our world can leave us feeling frightened, angry, and unsure how to respond as Christians. When violence erupts around us—from political shootings to random acts of aggression—our natural instinct often leans toward vengeance or retribution. But what if the problem isn't about politics or individuals at all?This powerful message confronts us with a challenging truth: our collective crisis isn't about disagreement—it's about heart posture. We've cultivated hearts prepared for hate rather than love. When we focus on revenge, we're no longer focusing on Christ. The Scripture is clear that vengeance belongs to God alone, yet how often do we find ourselves seeking to right wrongs through our own means?Jesus directly addressed the Old Testament teaching of "an eye for an eye" by challenging us to "turn the other cheek" instead. This isn't weakness—it's faith in action. Like Joseph, who told the brothers who sold him into slavery, "You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good," we're called to trust God's redemptive power even in our darkest moments. Every person—even those who deeply disagree with us—has value in God's kingdom.The practical application is straightforward but profound: pray instead of plot, forgive instead of festering in resentment, and trust God's timing while shining His light in darkness. When we argue with people, the kingdom loses, because they see Christ through our actions. Our responsibility isn't to convince the world they're wrong, but to love Jesus and love our neighbors.As we move forward in an increasingly fractured world, let's commit to checking our heart posture daily. Are we cultivating hearts of vengeance or hearts of Christ-like love? The choice we make doesn't just affect us—it shapes how the world sees Jesus through us.

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