John Trapp Complete Commentary - Romans 12:19
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. Ver. 19. Avenge not yourselves ] Some take the sword into their own hands; and, lest they should seem Anabaptists in taking two blows for one, will give two blows for one. Give place to wrath ] sc. To the wrath and vengeance of God, which he seemeth to prevent that seeks revenge. Or, "give place to wrath." Do nothing in thine heat, but walk into... read more
The Biblical Illustrator - Romans 12:19-21
Romans 12:19-21Avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath. Avenge not yourselvesThe prohibition urged by such considerations as--1. Our own peace and happiness. There is nothing so wretched as the harassing disquietudes of angry and revengeful passions. The spirit of revenge is like the shelving rocks in the bottom of the deep, which cause the waters to boil in the foaming whirlpool--the spirit of forgiveness and love keeps the soul “Calm and unruffled as a summer sea.”2.... read more