Jesus calls his disciples to extend love beyond their preferred circle, reflecting the Father's generosity. Praying for another person's good does not require approving wrongdoing or removing necessary boundaries.
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TAKE THIS AT YOUR OWN PACE Read Read Matthew 5:43-48 and notice the relationship between the Father's generosity and the disciples' conduct.
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1 Read2 Name the reality3 Ask for genuine good4 Examine your response5 Choose a wise next step
Reflect with honesty What good can you sincerely ask for this person? How can accountability and goodwill belong together? What response is within your responsibility? PRAY Ask God to free you from revenge and guide you toward a wise response that seeks good without denying harm.
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