Remember. Reflect. Revenge.Having not lost a loved one this is probably easier to say than if I had but lets not do or wish evil even on our enemies.
Rom.12
[19] Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
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Christ's teachings on pacifism and how often "turn the other cheek" is taken out of context to further an agenda. Christ never taught that it isn't proper to protect ourselves against our enemies. True, vengeance shouldn't manifest itself as vigilantism. But what some perceive as vengeance many of us view as defense of our country. Big difference. WE were attacked! Christ's teachings did not do away with a government determining how a punishment fits the crime or how to defend itself against real threats to its security. Defending our country or praying that the perpetrators of terrorism are brought to justice is not wishing "evil on our enemies." I believe it's wishing safety for ourselves and trusting our government to take the steps necessary to preserve our way of life.