1st Peter 2:21 For even hereunto were you called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that you should follow his steps. 23 Who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed himself to him who judges righteously.
In the life of Christ, we can all clearly see examples of the use of the heavenly currency, in not using tit for tat principles, when dealing with offences. When the woman who was caught in adultery was brought to Jesus for redress, those who brought her referred to tit for tat laws, that were written down by Moses.
Jesus at that time took the high road of grace, and mercy and demonstrated that it is better and always productive of greater good not to repay wrongs with strict justice every time, for wherever you fight fire with fire, you always get more fire. Ask any fireman and they will confirm what we are saying.
Fighting fire with fire is tearing this country apart, and we have not yet seen where it will all lead to, since it takes time for the fruits thereof to become manifest. When Jesus was spat upon, He again took the high road; when the back-stabber Judas kissed Him he replied, “Friend, wherefore art thou come?”
Romans 12:19 Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. 20 Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head. 21 Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.
May The Lord add His blessing to the study of His word God bless!