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Let the strong bear the infirmities of the weak, for surely Offenses will come, but those who love God's law will Vanquish the reproaches after receiving then as venial, Especially to those of the household of faith, till the weak become strong, because An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth, what you do to me I will do to you is Not the love of God nor the Spirit of Christ, Especially to those of the household of faith- Who are free to love through the law of the Spirit of Life. So when any smite you on the cheek, turn the other Cheek to him, also, and if any sue you and take away your coat Offer him your cloak, also. When any say all Manner of evil against you falsely, for Christ's sake, and when Men revile you and persecute you, rejoice, be exceedingly glad, And pray for them which despitefully use you. Love your Neighbors and your enemies, and bless them that curse you; Do good to them that hate you so that you May be called the children of the Father; Especially to those of the household of faith, please your Neighbor for his good to edification, and provoke your enemy with good, Till a change comes, for love will suffer long and sometimes wrong. Scripture Compilation Psalms 119:165 Luke 17:1 Matthew 5:11,2,38-45 Romans 15:1-2 I Peter 2:19

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