Christianity - theme E

Bible teaching against evil

“you shall not murder.” (Exodus)

laws are important to follow

“let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established.” (Romans)

Treating those in prison well

”i was in prison and you came to visit me.” (Matthew)

treat everyone the same

“there is neither Jew nor Gentile, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.” (Galatians)

Revenge is alright (pro retribution)

”you are to take life for life, eye for eye, tooth for tooth.” (Exodus)

favour reform

“do not take revenge, but leave room for God’s wrath.” (Romans)

Don’t seek revenge, help others even who have harmed you

“do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” (Romans)

Good can come out of suffering

“We also glory in our sufferings because we know that suffering produces perseverance.” (Romans)

Jesus teaching - forgiveness

“But Jesus answered, ‘no more of this!’ And he touched the man’s ear and healed him.” (Luke)

Christians agree with discipline

“the one who loves their children is careful to discipline him.” (Proverbs)

Christians should forgive

“forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us.” (The Lord’s Prayer)

Jesus example of forgiveness

“father forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” (Luke)

pro death penalty

“whoever sheds human blood, by humans shall their blood be shed.” (Genesis)

Against death penalty

“i take no pleasure in the death of the wicked.” (Ezekiel)

Forbids greed

“you shall not convert […] anything that belongs to your neighbour.” (Exodus)