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"How To Retaliate When You're Slapped With Humiliation"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Apr 11, 2009

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The purpose of this sermon is to inspire the hearers to do as Christ did, when they are slapped with humiliation, and "turn the other cheek.".

10 April 2009 GOOD FRIDAY U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fortress Chapel Contingency Operation Site (C.O.S.) Sykes Tall-afar, Iraq BIG IDEA: When Christians are slapped with humiliation, they should avoid retaliating and “turn the other cheek”. REFERENCES: Job 14:1 (KJV) Man that is born ...read more

Scripture: John 18:19-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Meaning Of Righteousness Part 6 Series

Contributed by Ken Mowery on Jul 6, 2007

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Jesus refutes the Pharisee’s false teaching regarding retaliation.

Matthew 5:38-42 38“You have heard that it was said, ‘AN EYE FOR AN EYE, AND A TOOTH FOR A TOOTH.’ 39“But I say to you, do not resist an evil person; but whoever slaps you on your right cheek, turn the other to him also. 40“If anyone wants to sue you and take your shirt, let him have your coat also. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Sayings Of Jesus Part 7 Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Nov 20, 2013

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Jesus speaks concerning making oaths, retaliations and dealing with our enemies.

The Saying of Jesus Part 7 Matt. 5:33-48 Jesus in this public address is expounding of the law and challenging the listener to consider the whole law with its spiritual implications. The subject of marriage and divorce has become complicated today not because of God’s position on marriage, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-48

Denomination: Baptist

Conspiring For Kindness: Part 4 Series

Contributed by Rev. Saeed Richardson on Dec 16, 2007

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I our final look at kindness, we focus on the issue of revenge and retaliation.

____________________________________________ The Ananias Perspective Got to be in conversation with Christ Acts 9:10 There was a disciple in Damascus by the name of Ananias. The Master spoke to him in a vision: "Ananias." "Yes, Master?" he answered. 11-12 "Get up and go over to Straight Avenue. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Heathen Rage--So What?

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Jul 17, 2008

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Whole Psalm. Shows us the nature of sin, and the terrible results of it if it could rule. This Psalm gives us hope in the fact that Jesus will reign over all his enemies.

THE HEATHEN RAGE--SO WHAT? Text: Psalm 2:1-12 Intro: Whole Psalm. Shows us the nature of sin, and the terrible results of it if it could rule. Probably David wrote this Psalm after he had taken Jerusalem from the Jebusites, and made it the head of the kingdom; 2 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Church Of God

Christ: Our Saviour And Our Example

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Apr 6, 2012

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A short talk for Good Friday. I am deeply challenged by Peter reminding us that when suffering for his faith, Jesus did not retaliate and made no threats; and we’re called to follow his example!

When I was at school there was no such thing as an anti-bullying policy, and I think I was on the receiving end of a large amount of abuse, mainly due to my surname, Pidgeon, and my painfully thin physique. As I look back I think I eventually adopted my own personal anti-bullying policy and it went ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-24

Denomination: Anglican

Thy Kingdom Come

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 11, 2011

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Responding to unfairness and disrespect with grace and generosity imitates God’s own treatment of us, and requires three preconditions: realism, humility, and trust.

I had a difficult decision to make this week. I had to choose between continuing my series on the Sermon on the Mount, or take a break to preach on Palm Sunday. But the more I looked at the passage for this week, and meditated on Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem that long-ago Sunday afternoon, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Enemies Series

Contributed by E. True Neilson on Dec 15, 2014

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At first glance the book of Numbers reads a bit like an operations manual. It’s got numbers of soldiers, lists of names, and a bit of repetition. Tucked between those lists and numbers are some stories of real people, dealing with real issues of faith!

BETWEEN THE NUMBERS ENEMIES Numbers 16:1-35 -Years ago I was talking to a woman about a situation she was in. -She was describing someone that was causing problems her in life and was asking me for advice. -And she used A WORD that shocked me! -People are usually pretty careful about what words ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 16:1-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sermon On The Mount (Part Twelve) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Nov 18, 2019

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Throughout the sermon on the mount, Jesus clarified misconceptions. He explained the deeper implications of the law and broadened their understanding so they could conduct themselves according to God's intentions. Today, Jesus does this regarding retaliation.

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT (part twelve) Matt. 5:38-42 Jane Vajnar writes the story about her friend's four young boys. They were always full of energy; even in church. But the sermon her minister preached on turning the other cheek got their undivided attention. The minister stressed that no ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42, Exodus 21:22-25, Leviticus 24:19-20, Deuteronomy 19:18-21, Romans 12:17-21, 1 Peter 3:8-9 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love Almighty And Ills Unlimited Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 18, 2001

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When we are dealing with issues and conflicts, we may select to be babies (unlimited retaliation), children (limited retaliation), adolescents (limited love), or mature (unlimited love), toward Jesus’ command to "Be perfect as your heavenly Father is perfect."

Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect. What madman spoke those words? What visionary would even in his wildest dreams suppose that you and I could be perfect? What is this raving? It is the word of Jesus, at the end of a series of challenges. Love your enemies. Give to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Baptist

Being Patient Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Nov 17, 2011

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We will be faced with situations of oppression in life. Rather than respond with retaliation we are called to be patient.

You Can Listen to the Full Sermon Here:- http://www.nec.org.au/index.php/listen-to-a-sermon-series/practical-faith/ Message James 5:1-12 Being Patient I’ve been very intrigued by the “Occupy Movement” who feel they have been hard done by. If you look at the statistics you might agree. Wealth is ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Kidding... Turn The Other Cheek? Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 26, 2011

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We make Christ known by the way we respond to our adversaries.

Title: Are You Kidding… Turn the Other Cheek? Text: Matthew 5:38-48 Thesis: We make Christ known by the way we respond to our adversaries. Epiphany Series: Encountering Christ in Epiphany • On the Seventy Sunday after Epiphany Jesus teaches his followers that one of the ways we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pause Before You Act (Part 4) Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Sep 12, 2011

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In Sermon 4 of the series, PAUSE Before You Act, we admonish the believer to see if what he or she is about to do violates God’s commands. I.e., am I about to commit a sin in my response to a situation?

Please note that, while this sermon may be preached in stand-alone fashion, it is part of a series. You may wish to take a look at the first three sermons. Especially helpful would be sermon one which lays the foundation. Also, there is a companion sermon called THINK Before You Speak. IV. S – ...read more

Scripture: John 18:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Resist Not Evil. The Call To Perfect Love.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 3, 2023

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Jesus redirects some misconstrued Scriptures.

I. RESIST NOT EVIL. Matthew 5:38-42. MATTHEW 5:38. Oh - it is hard - but “eye for eye, tooth for tooth” belongs to the law courts (cf. Leviticus 24:20), not to personal vendettas. MATTHEW 5:39a. Jesus rather enjoins, “Resist not evil.” MATTHEW 5:39b. Traditionally, the slap across the cheek ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Matthew 5:38-48 Loving My Enemies Series

Contributed by Thomas H on Nov 25, 2011

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Matthew 5:38-48 Loving my enemies

Matthew 5:38-48 Loving my enemies Manuscript Well I know I keep getting up here week after week as we go through Matthew and just about every sermon I say the same thing, which is: “Today’s sermon is really difficult.” And today is no exception. Today’s sermon is really ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Baptist

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