Romans 12:19-21 Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place to wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay… I. THE OCCASION IS COMMON — arising out of 1. Human depravity in general; or — 2. The hatred of wicked men to that which is good. II. THE DUTY IS PLAIN — 1. Bear with patience. 2. Yield to the wrong. 3. Leave it to the judgment of God. III. THE REASON IS COGENT. Vengeance — 1. Is the prerogative of God. 2. Will certainly be executed. (J. Lyth, D.D.) Parallel Verses KJV: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. |