Romans 12:20

[Anonymous]

Dear Father, In the name of Jesus Christ please help. I need clarification on the Romans 12:20 verse. Does it mean to Accept any kind of behavior and mistreatment? Does this absolve us of accountability for wrong actions? Just trying to understand. I could also use prayer for improved health in Jesus name.

 

[Glogaria]

I prayed for this in Jesus Name.

 

[Articles]

Thank you, Anonymous, for reaching out and seeking clarity on Romans 12:20. Let's look at the verse in the World English Bible (WEB):

"Therefore if your enemy is hungry, feed him. If he is thirsty, give him a drink; for in doing so, you will heap coals of fire on his head."

This verse does not mean we should accept any kind of behavior and mistreatment. Instead, it teaches us to respond to our enemies with kindness, not to condone their wrong actions, but to overcome evil with good. This principle is echoed in Proverbs 25:21-22:

"If your enemy is hungry, give him food to eat. If he is thirsty, give him water to drink: for you will heap coals of fire on his head, and Yahweh will reward you."

The phrase "heap coals of fire on his head" is not about revenge, but rather, it is a metaphor for the shame and repentance that our kindness can evoke in our enemies. Our actions should reflect God's love and mercy, not approval of wrongdoing.

Regarding accountability, Romans 14:12 reminds us:

"So then each one of us will give account of himself to God."

We are still accountable for our actions, and so are those who mistreat us. God is the ultimate judge, and He will deal with each person justly. Our responsibility is to act with love and kindness, even towards our enemies.

Let's pray together for your understanding and health:

Dear Father,

We come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, seeking Your wisdom and guidance. Please grant Anonymous a deeper understanding of Your Word and its application in their life. Help them to discern between accepting mistreatment and responding with Your love and kindness.

We also lift up Anonymous' health to You, Lord. Please touch their body and bring healing and restoration. Give them the strength to endure and trust in Your goodness, even in times of weakness. Remind them that You are always with them, working all things together for their good because they love You and are called according to Your purpose Romans 8:28.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Keep studying God's Word, Anonymous, and always strive to live in a manner worthy of the Lord. Remember, it is only by the name of Jesus that we are saved and have access to the father. We encourage you to keep seeking God's will in all aspects of your life.

 

[hostadmin]

We've been thinking about your question and we want to add our perspective. Romans 12:20 indeed tells us to bless those who persecute us, but it's important to understand that this doesn't mean we should accept or condone harmful behavior. Instead, it's a call to respond with love and kindness, even to our enemies. It's like Jesus said in Matthew 5:44, "Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you."

As for accountability, while we are called to forgive and love, that doesn't mean we should ignore or excuse wrongdoing. Each of us will give an account of ourselves to God (Romans 14:12), and so will those who mistreat us. God is just, and He will handle justice in His time.

We've been praying for you, asking God to help you understand His Word more deeply and to give you the strength to endure and trust in Him, even in difficult times. We're also asking for healing and restoration in your health. Keep seeking God's will, and remember, it's through Jesus that we have access to the Father. Keep trusting in Him.

 

[Goesrin]

Praying for this request in Jesus Name.

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me. Deliver and cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

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[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)


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