behavior expected of the saint regarding evil being done to him. “Be not overcome with evil” is an exhortation to not retaliate for evil which means you will be overcome by evil. “Overcome evil with good” is what feeding and giving drink to your enemies is all about. 11. Probity (Romans 12:17) “Provide things honest in the sight of all men” (Romans 12:17). This exhortation speaks of the testimony of the saints to the world. The believer’s walk is as important as his talk in being a good witness for
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