The Bible clearly teach us that revenge is not for us to pursue, but is something that God reserves for Himself.  More than that, the Bible shows us that there is an underlying cost to maintaining a mindset of vengeance.  We will take a look at that today.

(Think about King Saul and his continued quest against David)

Proverbs 20:22 KJV
Say not thou, “I will recompense evil;” but wait on the LORD, and He shall save thee.

Related Podcasts:
— The Law and Grace
— Obedience is the Consequence, not the Cause
— What of Works?
— Is Right Doing That Complex?
— Don't Wait to Stand Up
— Standing Up Against the Wrong
— Mercy and Justice in Psalms and Proverbs

Related Podcasts at TrueWisdom:
— Is the Sin Worth the Sacrifice
— What God Requires
— Do You Really Want It?
— What Must I Do to be Saved?
— Justice in Due Time

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The Key Principles of Effective Bible Study is a resource which outlines core concepts shown in the Scriptures that will help you to better understand many Biblical themes and doctrines.  We have an extended, 24-part podcast series on these principles, and a condensed, 9-part series called God's Precious Word, that is based on the same resource.

We also recommend that you check out the True Wisdom podcast which I co-host with Robert Baker -- a different format for Bible Study.

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Other Resources:
— e-Sword Bible Software
— MySword Bible Software
— Blue Letter Bible Study Site
— "Knowing the Bible" Bible Maps

We pray that all of these resources will be very helpful to you in your Bible Studies.