Main Point: Following Jesus means refusing retaliation
1. The End of Retaliation (vv. 38-39a)
2. The Examples of Non-Retaliation (vv. 39b-42)
Home Group Questions:
1. Where in your life are you most tempted to “get even” right now?
2. In what ways do you subtly retaliate (words, silence, gossip, withdrawal)?
3. How can you tell the difference between pursuing justice and seeking revenge in your own heart?
4. What would it look like for you to “turn the other cheek” in a current relationship? How can you pray for someone who has recently wronged or insulted you?
5. Where is God calling you to go “the extra mile” instead of doing the bare minimum? Do you serve others with willingness or quiet resentment?
6. How does remembering how Christ has treated you change the way you respond to those who wrong you?