Matthew 7:12
Therefore, whatever you want men to do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.

Application: 

In the context of discussing judging others and prayer, Jesus articulates the boomerang principle: “Whatever you want others to do for you, do the same for them.” We call this the Golden Rule. In short, it means loving others: practicing the “one anothers” of Scripture (e.g., John 15:12; Gal 6:2; Eph 4:32; 1 Thess 5:11). Do for the people around you what you want God to do for you, and watch how he delivers.

As in Luke 6:27–38, Jesus distinguished his disciples from those who did not heed his words. Christ’s followers will have different values and thus be distinguishable from the rest of the world. They will love their enemies, do good to those who hate them, and pray for those who mistreat them (6:27–28). They will respond with blessing and generosity rather than cursing and retaliation (6:29–30). They will demonstrate love to those who do not love them (6:31–35) in order to bring such detractors to the knowledge of God’s love in Jesus Christ. Those who treat people this way will reflect the love and mercy of their Father in heaven (6:35–36).

Reference: Tony Evans, The Tony Evans Bible Commentary (Nashville, TN: Holman Bible Publishers, 2019), 877, 971.

To God be the glory!

Our Lord Jesus Christ created everything! By Him, For Him!

“The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; The Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.” Numbers 6:24-26

Disclaimer

When God inspires me, I write articles glorifying God. I invite you to view this writing as a Bible study. Like the Bereans in Acts 17:11, I encourage you to search the Scriptures to determine whether what I have written is true. Always consult with your church ministers regarding biblical matters. I am not a professional writer, so there may be some grammatical or spelling errors present. I strive to write as clearly and efficiently as possible. Your brother in Christ, Ricardo.

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