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Romans 12:20-21
The Message
Romans 12:20-21
The Message
20-21 Our Scriptures tell us that if you see your enemy hungry, go buy that person lunch, or if he’s thirsty, get him a drink. Your generosity will surprise him with goodness. Don’t let evil get the best of you; get the best of evil by doing good.
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Romans 12:20-21
New International Version
Romans 12:20-21
New International Version
20 On the contrary:
“If your enemy is hungry, feed him;
if he is thirsty, give him something to drink.
In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.”[a](A)
21 Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
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- Romans 12:20 Prov. 25:21,22
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