FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2011
SCRIPTURE: Romans 12:19
Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave room for the wrath of God; for it is written, "Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.”
REFLECTION
• How are the actions of terrorism and the reactions to terrorism related to vengeance?
• What does it mean to “leave room for the wrath of God”?
• Why do you suppose some evil events are attributed to humans and other tragedies attributed to God? Does God want to cause “evil” in our lives?
ACTION
• Think of a time when you have tried (or wanted to) to “get even” for a wrong that was done to you. Or think of a time when someone sought to get even with you because of a wrong you had done. Pray for God’s forgiveness and the grace to forgive. If possible, seek out reconciliation with that person.
PRAYER
Almighty, all-merciful God,
we give thanks that you are slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love.
Teach us not to strike out with wrath and rage, but to trust your judgment in all things.
Come quickly to bring justice to our troubled world,
and make us ready for the peace of your eternal realm;
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
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