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Mark Dunagan Commentaries

Romans 12:21

Romans 12:21 Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.

These are the only two choices we have. Either be conquered by evil, or conquer evil with good. In the context, 'returning evil for evil and becoming vindictive and bitter', IS BEING OVERCOME BY EVIL!

Points to Note:

Clearly, the end doesn't justify the means. Even in. context involving persecution, Christians are not at liberty to use 'evil resources', in fighting against evil. We are not at liberty in our struggle against evil to speak falsehood about or slander people, or to bomb abortion clinics, or execute sinners. No, the church wasn't intended to be the 'hit squad' for God. Evil has gotten the best of us, when we react to sin, in. sinful way.

'When we meet evil with good, we have at least overcome the evil in ourselves, if not in our enemy.' (McGarvey p. 505)

In looking back on the last 21 verses. This is the life that comes from. renewed mind. Well, how are you doing? What changes do you need to start making today?

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