Lord,
There’s something
To be learned
From all that happens.
Each hurt
Can help us grow,
Though we are weak.
For with you
We can speak truth
To those who hurt us,
Forgive them all,
And turn
The other cheek.
References
Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows (John 16:33; NLT).
He knows how weak we are (Psalm 103:14; NLT).
We will speak the truth in love, growing in every way more and more like Christ (Ephesians 4:15; NLT).
Forgive us our sins, for we also forgive everyone who sins against us (Luke 11:4; NIV).
Love your enemies (Matthew 5:44; NIV).
If someone slaps you on the right cheek, offer the other cheek also (Matthew 5:39; NLT).