Suicidal empathy claims another victim
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Just saw this story. Tragic. I know as Christians we need to show compassion but common sense should come into play.
By the way, what does your Pastor say about Matthew 5:39-40?
How far does this go. do not resist an evil person can be anything from robbing, raping and even killing someone you hold dear. And 5:40 seems oddly specific being sued, you can be sued for anything are you're suppose to concede. I don't understand how this is good, at the very least you're encouraging people to sin by not resisting what is essentially theft.
I have struggled with that scripture. On one hand I can understand de-escalating a situation and striving for a peaceful resolution at all times but I don’t believe Jesus would want you to stand idly by and allow someone or yourself to be killed. I do need to have a long discussion about this with my pastor. I’ve been in situations where I’ve been able to walk away from a fight but some people will persist.
If he answers let me know. Thing is, it is not just de-escalating it is do not resist, this is very hard to do and encourages more of the same. If you do not resist someone cheating or robbing you they will do it again also the suing part. Seems strange, I have one right now - am I suppose to just concede rather then wait for the court to decide? I don't see that as being righteous or kind.
I see your dilemma. I will have to talk to someone more biblically sound than me because the reason I’ve struggled with it is like you said. It seems we are to just stand there and do nothing. Not even try to convince the person to stop doing evil.