Exodus 23:4 Cross References

Exodus 23:4

4: "If you come upon your enemy's ox or donkey that has strayed away, take it back to its owner.

"If you see your neighbor's ox or sheep wandering away, don't pretend not to see it. Take it back to its owner.
If it does not belong to someone nearby or you don't know who the owner is, keep it until the owner comes looking for it; then return it.
Do the same if you find your neighbor's donkey, clothing, or anything else your neighbor loses. Don't pretend you did not see it.
"If you see your neighbor's ox or donkey lying on the road, do not look the other way. Go and help your neighbor get it to its feet!

See that no one pays back evil for evil, but always try to do good to each other and to everyone else.

If your enemies are hungry, give them food to eat. If they are thirsty, give them water to drink.

"Have I ever rejoiced when my enemies came to ruin or become excited when harm came their way?
No, I have never cursed anyone or asked for revenge.

"But if you are willing to listen, I say, love your enemies. Do good to those who hate you.
Pray for the happiness of those who curse you. Pray for those who hurt you.

Never pay back evil for evil to anyone. Do things in such a way that everyone can see you are honorable.
Do your part to live in peace with everyone, as much as possible.
Dear friends, never avenge yourselves. Leave that to God. For it is written, "I will take vengeance; I will repay those who deserve it," says the Lord.
Instead, do what the Scriptures say: "If your enemies are hungry, feed them. If they are thirsty, give them something to drink, and they will be ashamed of what they have done to you."
Don't let evil get the best of you, but conquer evil by doing good.

Do not rejoice when your enemies fall into trouble. Don't be happy when they stumble.
For the LORD will be displeased with you and will turn his anger away from them.

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