Romans 12:14
Bless those who persecute you: bless, and do not curse.
Revised King James New Testament
In The King James Version
Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.
In Context
13Contributing to the saints who are in need; practicing hospitality.
15Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep.
Cross References
Matthew 5:44But I say to you, Love your enemies, and pray for those who persecute you;
Luke 23:34Then Jesus said, Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they do. And they divided his clothing by casting lots.
Romans 12:21Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
1 Thessalonians 5:15See that no one repays another with evil for evil; but always seek that which is good, both for yourselves, and for all men.
1 Peter 2:21For to this you were called: because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow his steps.
Matthew Henry on Romans 12:2-21
Consecration to God; Duty towards God; Duty towards Ourselves; Due Exercise of Spiritual Gifts; Duty towards Our Brethren; Brotherly Love; Love to Enemies. ( a. d. 58.) 1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. 2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. 3 For I say,… Read the whole commentary →