Proverbs 24:17
Proverbs 24:17
Do not rejoice when your enemy falls.
Choosing not to rejoice in the misfortune of others reflects a heart that values humility and compassion over pride and resentment. When we celebrate the fall of others, we reveal bitterness within our hearts. Instead, God calls us to respond with empathy, showing kindness and understanding even toward those who have wronged us. This choice to withhold judgment and embrace humility is a testament to God’s grace, reminding us that we are all in need of mercy. By choosing compassion over pride, we free ourselves from the chains of resentment, allowing love and peace to fill our hearts. This decision not only benefits our relationships but also brings us closer to God, who desires us to live in harmony with others. In choosing humility, we create an atmosphere of forgiveness, fostering unity and understanding. This path of compassion transforms our lives, leading us to experience the fullness of God’s peace and joy.
Leviticus 19:18
You shall not take vengeance or bear a grudge against the sons of your people.
Matthew 5:39
Turn the other cheek.
James 5:9
Grudge not one against another, brethren, lest ye be condemned: behold, the judge standeth before the door.
Proverbs 25:21
If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:.