Payback

The Holy Spirit will not lead you to do what is contrary to the Word of God, but it will lead you to do what is contrary to what people have taught you.

People will say one thing, but God will say another. People will say go this way, but God will say “Uh, Uh, go this way.”

You don’t believe me. Let me prove it to you: Matthew 5:38-42 says "You have heard that it was said, “An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.” But I say to you, Do not resist an evildoer. But if anyone strikes you on the right cheek, turn the other also;and if anyone wants to sue you and take your coat, give your cloak as well; and if anyone forces you to go one mile, go also the second mile. Give to everyone who begs from you, and do not refuse anyone who wants to borrow from you."

Let me explain what this Scripture means in contemporary terms: People say when someone wrongs you, get even, but Jesus says do good to those who wrong you. He says do not keep score, but love and forgive. Instead of planning vengeance, pray for those who hurt you.

Payback and evening the score belongs God. So, you pray for those who have hurt you, and let God handle the rest—and he will. God is not blind; he sees everything. And whatever you plant (good or bad), you will receive, eventually.