John 18:23 Cross References

John 18:23

23: Jesus replied, "If I said anything wrong, you must give evidence for it. Should you hit a man for telling the truth?"

But I say, don't resist an evil person! If you are slapped on the right cheek, turn the other, too.

Of course, you get no credit for being patient if you are beaten for doing wrong. But if you suffer for doing right and are patient beneath the blows, God is pleased with you.
This suffering is all part of what God has called you to. Christ, who suffered for you, is your example. Follow in his steps.
He never sinned, and he never deceived anyone.
He did not retaliate when he was insulted. When he suffered, he did not threaten to get even. He left his case in the hands of God, who always judges fairly.

Instantly Ananias the high priest commanded those close to Paul to slap him on the mouth.
But Paul said to him, "God will slap you, you whitewashed wall! What kind of judge are you to break the law yourself by ordering me struck like that?"
Those standing near Paul said to him, "Is that the way to talk to God's high priest?"
"I'm sorry, brothers. I didn't realize he was the high priest," Paul replied, "for the Scriptures say, 'Do not speak evil of anyone who rules over you.'"

Now I, Paul, plead with you. I plead with the gentleness and kindness that Christ himself would use, even though some of you say I am bold in my letters but timid in person.

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