Romans 12:18
If it is possible, as far as rests with you, live peaceably with every one.
Twentieth Century New Testament
In The King James Version
If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
In Context
17Never return injury for injury. Aim at doing what all men will recognise as honourable.
Cross References
Matthew 5:9Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called Sons of God.
Romans 14:17For the Kingdom of God does not consist of eating and drinking, but of righteousness and peace and gladness through the presence of the Holy Spirit.
1 Corinthians 7:15However, if the unbeliever wishes to be separated, let him be so. Under such circumstances neither the Brother nor the Sister is bound; God has called you to live in peace.
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 →