1. “Do not resist the one who is evil.”
A. The punishment should fit the crime (Leviticus 24:17-20)
B. But do not allow yourself to live at enmity or in animosity toward others (Romans 12:14, 17, 19)
2. “Love your enemies”
A. The pattern for your love is the love of your heavenly Father (Acts 14:16-17; 2 Peter 3:9)
B. The pattern for your love is not the love you see around you