Why we must not take revenge..

It's a natural human reaction to want immediate justice, especially when we've been wronged. When we don't see consequences fall quickly on someone who has hurt us or others, frustration builds. We feel like justice is being denied..and that can drive us toward revenge. This desire comes from a sense of imbalance, a craving to make things right ourselves, especially when it seems no one else will.

But taking revenge into our own hands can be dangerous. Emotion often clouds our judgment, leading us to act impulsively and potentially make things worse.. not just for the other person, but for ourselves. It can harden our hearts, steal our peace, and even make us like the very people who hurt us.

That’s why waiting on God's timing is so important. Scripture reminds us: “Do not take revenge… but leave room for God's wrath, for it is written: ‘It is mine to avenge; I will repay,’ says the Lord” (Romans 12:19). God sees everything, even what we don’t. His justice is perfect and eternal, not limited by our need for quick resolutions. Waiting on Him requires trust, but it frees us from bitterness and allows Him to work in ways we could never orchestrate.

When you take revenge, you become no better than them. Keep your hands and your conscience clear. God favours the peace makers, not those who do damage.

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