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Jan 26, 2014

Turn the Other Cheek (part 7)

Passage: Matthew 5:38-42

Preacher: Travis Fleming

Series:Upside Down Actions

Detail:

Applying Jesus's words in Matthew 5 requires us...

1.  Examining the law of retaliation.
     It was meant to...
        A.  Guarantee an appropriate retribution.
        B.  Guard against personal revenge.

2.  Rethinking our rights as Christians.
     Requires...
        A.  Emulating Jesus' example.
        B.  Surrendering to save others.
        C.  Testifying through trials.
        D.  Asserting them only when applicable to the kingdom.

3.  Employing the proper response when persecuted.
     Involves us...
        A.  Suffering indignity.
        B.  Enduring hostility.
        C.  Submitting willingly.
        D.  Giving generously.