Getting Even

Do not avenge yourselves, beloved, but leave room for God’s wrath. For it is written: “Vengeance is Mine; I will repay, says the Lord.”

A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.

Do not say, “I will avenge this evil!” Wait on the LORD, and He will save you.

My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger,

…for man’s anger does not bring about the righteousness that God desires.

Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.