To him who strikes you on the cheek, offer also the other; and from him who takes away your cloak, don’t withhold your coat also.
He spent the whole night in prayer before choosing His apostles, the men who would birth His Church and reshape the world. His example shows us how the Lord prepares through prolonged communion with His Father for the weightiest appointments.
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Commenting on Luke 6:12-49
Verse 29. (l) "and unto him that smiteth thee on one cheek" (m) "And him that taketh away thy cloak"
Hear what Christ says to all who will listen: we must render to every person their due, be just in all dealings, and put ourselves in others' stead. Give freely to those who need what you have to spare, and forgive generously those who have wronged you rather than fight for your rights.
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Commenting on Luke 6:27-36