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Best podcasts about turning the other cheek

Latest podcast episodes about turning the other cheek

Hope Alliance Bethlehem
The Problem With Retribution

Hope Alliance Bethlehem

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2024 37:48


What if true strength meant responding to wrongs with grace? Here we look at Jesus' teachings on retribution and mercy from the Sermon on the Mount. Find out why how "turning the other cheek" isn't about weakness, but a powerful transformation of the heart. We also cover what it means to go the extra mile in a world fixated on fairness. This isn't about following rules—it's about embodying the revolutionary love of Christ in everyday conflicts. Listen now and be inspired to live out grace in ways that reflect the transformative power of the gospel.

North Way Christian Community
Turning the Other Cheek

North Way Christian Community

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2024 34:47


Who is your enemy? Does someone who harmed or hurt you come to mind? This sermon explores Jesus' teaching in Matthew 5:38-42 on loving our enemies and waiving our right to retaliate. While it's natural to seek revenge against those who harm us, Jesus calls us to a supernatural response—choosing love over retaliation. We must trust God as our vindicator and extend love by praying for, blessing, and doing good to those who have wronged us  

Daily Joi
On the Mic Ep. 245 “Power in Silence, Turning the Other Cheek, Wait on God, Bearing Yoke in Youth”

Daily Joi

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2024 45:32


The Best of the Bible Answer Man Broadcast
Q&A: Christ's Fulfilment of the Law, Turning the Other Cheek, and Heaven

The Best of the Bible Answer Man Broadcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2024 28:01


On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (08/23/24), Hank answers the following questions:In Acts chapter 1, was choosing Mathias to replace Judas a mistake? Carrie - Overland Park, KS (1:01)What did Jesus mean when He said He came to fulfill the law? Jen - Sylvan Lake, AB (2:52)Can you explain when we are to turn the other cheek? Sarah - Kansas City, MO (5:09)What happens when we die? Do we go directly to heaven? Arley - Nebraska City, NE (7:17)Is the Millennium the time you suggested that heaven and earth will converge? Arley - Nebraska City, NE (16:42)Is homosexuality a choice that people make, or is it something they are born with? Keith - Topeka, KS (20:44)Can you explain the first resurrection mentioned in Revelation 20? Brian - Baxter, TN (23:48)

Big Think
Why ‘turning the other cheek' is fundamentally misunderstood | Bishop Robert Barron

Big Think

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2024 10:21


This interview is an episode from The Well, our new publication about ideas that inspire a life well-lived, created with the John Templeton Foundation. Up next ► Can God exist in a scientific world?   • Where is the evidence for God? | Bish...   The classical definition of justice is "to render to each his due." Along with prudence, fortitude, and temperance, justice is one of the four cardinal virtues that define a good life. However, if justice is not tempered by mercy, forgiveness, or nonviolence, it becomes a weapon of retribution. ----------------------------------------- About Bishop Barron: Bishop Robert Barron is the founder of Word on Fire Catholic Ministries, Auxiliary Bishop of Los Angeles, and the host of CATHOLICISM, a groundbreaking, award winning documentary about the Catholic Faith. He received a Master's Degree in Philosophy from the Catholic University of America (1982) and a doctorate in Sacred Theology from the Institut Catholique de Paris (1992). He has published numerous books, essays, and articles on theology and the spiritual life. He has also appeared on several media outlets including NBC, PBS, FOX News, CNN, and EWTN. His website, WordOnFire.org, has reached over 3.8 million people and his weekly YouTube videos have been viewed over nine million times. His pioneering work in evangelizing through the new media led Cardinal Francis George, Archbishop Emeritus of Chicago, to describe him as “one of the Church's best messengers.” ------------------------------------------------------------ About The Well Do we inhabit a multiverse? Do we have free will? What is love? Is evolution directional? There are no simple answers to life's biggest questions, and that's why they're the questions occupying the world's brightest minds. So what do they think? How is the power of science advancing understanding? How are philosophers and theologians tackling these fascinating questions? Let's dive into The Well. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Gateway Church
Turning the Other Cheek

The Gateway Church

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2024 36:52


Key scripture: Matthew 5:38-42 Join us live 10am on Sundays at dsm.online.church. Give online at http://www.thegateawaychurch.com/give or text any amount to 84321

African Diaspora News Channel
Resurfaced Footage Of Black Congressman Saying No More Turning The Other Cheek Causes Uproar

African Diaspora News Channel

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2024 8:10


Vicki Dillard reports on Resurfaced Footage Of Black Congressman Saying No More Turning The Other Cheek Causes Uproar. Connect with Vicki:  @vickidillardtv  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/africandiasporanews/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/africandiasporanews/support

Moscow Sermons
The Gospel of Matthew #16: Turning the Other Cheek // Ben Blevins

Moscow Sermons

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2024 36:22


True justice does not only restore the oppressed...it restores the oppressor as well.

Sermons – New Life in Christ Church | Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania
“Turning the Other Cheek: When Weakness Becomes Strength”

Sermons – New Life in Christ Church | Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2024


In our passage, Jesus gives an important principle of dealing with evil - don'tanswer evil with evil. Experience shows that this is harder than it seems, andhow ready we are to get back at people who hurt us. While it might cost ussomething, this is the way we find victory against evil in our own lives, and in ourworld. Today, we will look at Jesus' words and consider how we should respondto the ways people hurt us?

Sutton Coldfield Baptist Church
Is "Turning the Other Cheek" stupidity, or an answer to the world's problems?

Sutton Coldfield Baptist Church

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 42:43


Deb asks the question along with related questions texted in by the congregation. Covering such issues as forgiveness, "doormats and gatekeepers" as well as justice and politics, Donald tries to answer the questions.

Return To Tradition
The True Meaning Of Turning The Other Cheek | Fr Ronald Knox

Return To Tradition

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2024 8:41


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UUFM
2024-2-25- Turning the Other Cheek as an Act of Resistance - Rabbi Shapiro

UUFM

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2024 31:15


Coast Bible Church
Sermon on the Mount: Turning the Other Cheek - Audio

Coast Bible Church

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2024 31:20


The point of "eye for an eye" laws went over Israel's head. Jesus' teaching corrects that.

Finding Hope
Turning the Other Cheek-God doesn't want us to accept abuse, gaslighting, control

Finding Hope

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 33:49


'Turning the Other Cheek,' might be a term you've heard in the church but today I am talking about this scripture in a whole new way. Discover the biblical wisdom that reveals this principle as a powerful act of courage rather than passive surrender. If you struggle with gaslighting, toxic relationships, or abuse emotionally, physically, or mentally this episode is so for you! Support the Show.Please feel free to join the facebook group and interact with this amazing community!Find me on Instagram @thefindinghopepodcast or @kaylabundyofficialFind me on Youtube @thefindinghopepodcastFind me on TikTok @kayla_bundy Disclaimer: The Finding Hope Podcast and content posted by Kayla Bundy is presented solely for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user's own risk. It is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical or mental health condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions.

The Jesse Kelly Show
Hour 1: Turning The Other Cheek

The Jesse Kelly Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2023 37:37 Transcription Available


Jesse ain't a pastor, but let's get something straight when it comes to fighting the communist evil versus thinking praying will absolve you of doing any real work. Don't let dirtball terrorists govern your life. Antony Blinken's call for a ceasefire. The repercussions of half-conquests. Pro-Palestine but not Anti-Jew. Be merciful to others when it comes to foreign policy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'm Right w/Jesse Kelly
Hour 1: Turning The Other Cheek

I'm Right w/Jesse Kelly

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2023 37:37 Transcription Available


Jesse ain't a pastor, but let's get something straight when it comes to fighting the communist evil versus thinking praying will absolve you of doing any real work. Don't let dirtball terrorists govern your life. Antony Blinken's call for a ceasefire. The repercussions of half-conquests. Pro-Palestine but not Anti-Jew. Be merciful to others when it comes to foreign policy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GBW Podcast
Episode 214: Turning The Other Cheek

GBW Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2023 206:32


It's still October and we here at GBW are continuing our commitment to watch more horror movies than usual. This has both its upsides and definitely its downsides. Which you will learn all about.As promised last time out, we allowed Kenny Rogers to give us both some odd life lessons but we also watched nineteen other films including two "can't be much more different" retrospective big screen showings, Cirio H. Santiago bringing the ladies of the night, we inadvertently both visited the PET SEMATARY universe, Josh finally learns just what the cranberry sauce is all about, JCVD returns to prison, educational films prove to be morally corrupt and so much more!Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe, rate and review the show wherever you listen to podcasts; join in the discussion on our Facebook group, and if you like what you hear - tell a friend and spread the word - every little bit helps!Links to all our web stuff at www.gbwpodcast.com

Westside Church of Christ
Turning the Other Cheek- Keagan Greer

Westside Church of Christ

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2023 42:34


Does anger ever get the best of you? We all need to work on controlling our anger! Listen as Keagan talks from a Biblical perspective on how to do just that.

Fruitland Covenant Church
Turning the Other Cheek

Fruitland Covenant Church

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2023


Jesus' call to turn the other cheek is some of his hardest teaching. In this message, we begin exploring what he meant and what it means for those who follow Him.

The Scoot Show with Scoot
"Turning the other cheek" suddenly not popular with some listeners

The Scoot Show with Scoot

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 33:34


Scoot talks to WWL listeners about Satan in the community, the racist Hooters in Metairie, and gets a call from George in Bush that goes right where you might guess

Fellowship Nashville Podcast
#15 | Turning The Other Cheek | Matthew 5:38-42 | Ryan Doughty

Fellowship Nashville Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023


#15 | Turning The Other Cheek | Matthew 5:38-42 | Ryan Doughty

Radio Hope! 712-560-1420
August 7, 2023...Turning The Other Cheek

Radio Hope! 712-560-1420

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2023 60:01


Kevin and Cory
Turning the Other Cheek

Kevin and Cory

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2023 41:04


In the 10 a.m. hour of the K&C Masterpiece, the guys ask if the Cowboys have enough offensive line depth, do some Forgiveness Friday, and break down tunneling in Baseball Nuggets

The Inner Life
Turning the Other Cheek at a Pro-Life Rally (Special Podcast Highlight)

The Inner Life

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 4:52


When standing for life, have you ever gotten pushback? Has the pro-abortion crowd ever ridiculed you for your beliefs? Mary went to pray in front of an abortion clinic and met a group of pro-choice people there. She was prepared to go into full defensive mode, but the Holy Spirit invited her to respond with love and compassion. Find out what happened after that.    Hear the whole conversation about forgiveness and "turning the other cheek" with Fr. Rob Groll, SJ here - Turn the Other Cheek - June 19, 2023 - Relevant Radio

Eat This Scroll
Turning the Other Cheek

Eat This Scroll

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 10:55


What do I do when I feel like I can't catch a break from those around me?Sometimes at work or at home we feel like we can't with with certain people. What does Jesus have to say about experiencing less than friendly interactions from others? Sean brings the Sermon on the Mount to bear on this issue. 

Jesus Stories
#3-07 Turning the Other Cheek

Jesus Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2023 18:04


What Happens In This Episode? A man of faith is chosen by another man of faith to put his faith to the test. Can he keep his cool when he is being verbally insulted due to his race? Can he not fight back when racism keeps him out of restaurants and hotels and decent travel accommodations? Can he work with white players and fans and not lash out when they abuse him? He could. And he did! And he paved the way for a new world not only in sports, but also in the world. In doing so, he told his own Jesus Story. (You'll also get to hear the hit song, Did You See Jackie Robinson Hit That Ball? by Count Basie's band.) Do you have a Jesus Story to share? I'm collecting current day Jesus Stories (testimonies) for the third season of the Jesus Stories Podcast. If you've got a Jesus Story from your life, I'd love to hear from you. You can tell the story through an interview, or I'll tell you story for you. And, you may remain anonymous, if needed. Contact me via the website, JesusStories.info, click on the “Talk to Us” tab. Jesus Stories Extra A Jesus Stories Extra -- a little more information or a special feature -- can be found on my Patreon site. Follow Us Follow Jesus Stories on Facebook, Instagram, and/or Twitter. Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved. Thanks to YouTube for Count Basie's tune and our Jesus Stories Extra.

The Malm Podcast
Armed Church Guards vs. Turning the Other Cheek

The Malm Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2023 18:58


With the increase in mass shootings at churches, many pastors have begun forming security teams. Is this biblical? What about Jesus' call to not resist an evil person? In the episode Joël and Rick wrestle with the church's responsibility to protect congregants while obeying Jesus' commands to turn the other cheek. 

Naked Reflections, from the Naked Scientists

How practical is Jesus's advice to turn the other cheek? Some see it as an example of the excessive passivity of Christianity. Others think it's the only way to get out of an endless spiral of violence. Meryem Kalayci and Tim Stevens discuss the matter without coming to blows... Like this podcast? Please help us by writing a review

The Best of the Bible Answer Man Broadcast
Q&A: Turning the Other Cheek, Chuck Missler, and Assurance of Salvation

The Best of the Bible Answer Man Broadcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2023 28:01


On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (03/08/23), Hank answers the following questions:When Jesus told His audience to turn the other cheek in Matthew 5:39, was this only referring to Roman soldiers? When He said to cut off your hand, did He mean this literally?Based on what I've heard you say in the past, is Chuck Missler leading people astray?What happens to those who have died in Christ at the resurrection?I love the Lord, but I have always struggled with lust and I am trying to gain assurance of my salvation. Do you have any insight?

Redemption Church KC Sermon Podcast
Epiphany 07: Turning the Other Cheek

Redemption Church KC Sermon Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2023


Sunday Catholic Word
#13 Self Defense and Turning the Other Cheek - Karlo Broussard

Sunday Catholic Word

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2023


Year A–Seventh Sunday of Ordinary Time The Gospel reading for this upcoming Sunday Mass for the 7th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year A, comes from Matthew 5:38-48. There's one detail in it that we focus on in this episode of the Sunday Catholic Word: Jesus's instruction to turn the other cheek. This teaching is often interpreted to mean that we as Christians must never defend ourselves. But as we argue in this episode such an interpretation is wrong. The Readings: Click Here Looking for Sunday Catholic Word Merchandise? Look no further! SCW Merchandise Hey everyone, Welcome to The Sunday …

Podcast | Karlo Broussard
Self Defense and Turning the Other Cheek (Sunday Catholic Word)

Podcast | Karlo Broussard

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2023


Year A–Seventh Sunday of Ordinary Time The Gospel reading for this upcoming Sunday Mass for the 7th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year A, comes from Matthew 5:38-48. There's one detail in it that we focus on in this episode of the Sunday Catholic Word: Jesus's instruction to turn the other cheek. This teaching is often […]

The Doctor Is In
2022-11-21 - Turning The Other Cheek

The Doctor Is In

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2022 57:00


It's Email Monday plus have you ever wondered what it meant when #Jesus said to "turn the other cheek"? #psychology

Trinity Church Waxahachie
Pastor's Podcast: Turning the Other Cheek is Not for the Weak!

Trinity Church Waxahachie

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2022 17:05


As usual in these shorter podcast episodes, Waxahachie Campus Pastor Lennon Noland and co-host Rob Price preview this week's lesson content for Trinity Church Waxahachie's Life Groups.Reminder: these shorter episodes called Pastor's Podcasts are designed for our entire church family, not just leaders and members of Life Groups. See link below to join a Life Group, download Life Group notes and/or download Pastor Lennon's sermon notes.Check out the longer episodes in the feed to hear Sunday morning pulpit messages!Remember, we endeavor to not just be a friendly church but a church where you have plenty of friends!Life Groups Info/Download Page

Resurrection City Church - St. Paul Minnesota
Extended Q+R on war, abuse and turning the other cheek, violence in the Old Testament, and more!

Resurrection City Church - St. Paul Minnesota

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 51:44


We had so many great questions come in after our sermon on Matthew 5:38-48, where Jesus calls us to turn the other cheek, that we had to go deeper than a few questions after the sermon. So, we recorded a conversation between Joel and Julie and Res City members Andrea Kidder and Luke Sandstrom, sharing thoughts on some of the harder questions around living these words of Jesus out truly and practically. Questions ranged from war, abuse, the death penalty, violence in the Old Testament, what does turning the other cheek actually mean, and more! 

Resurrection City Church - St. Paul Minnesota
Sermon on the Mount: Countercultural Kingdom | Turning the Other Cheek

Resurrection City Church - St. Paul Minnesota

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2022 53:12


It's normal to love those who love us, and require an eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth for our enemies. Jesus says this will not work if we want to follow him, however. All that is is flirting with the same fire that caused our enemy to do evil to us in the first place. Instead, we are to turn the other cheek, go the extra mile, give them the shirt off our back. These are famous words, but do we take them as seriously as Jesus meant for us to? In this sermon, Pastor Joel walks through one of the most famous passages of the Sermon on the Mount, and also one of the most radical. What does it look like to love our enemies like Jesus does? Why must we be careful so that we are not overcome by evil? And how does it all connect directly to the gospel? Listen and find out!

Mornings with Carmen
Turning the other cheek, even when we're being mistreated | Why some protests don't seem to stick

Mornings with Carmen

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2022 47:19


Institution for Global Engagement's Nick Pitts talks about doing our best to keep the peace with all and responding like Nehemiah with prayer when we're in need of discernment. Philos Project's Luke Moon shares what happens when our words become meaningless and why other freedoms become at risk when we don't have religious freedoms. Click here for today's show notes

Dear Shandy
Q&A! Hot For Teacher, Turning The Other Cheek, & A 25 Year Age Difference - Ep 154

Dear Shandy

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2022 78:09


It's Q&A time! We're back, answering YOUR burning questions! If your boyfriend accidentally sees your fetish in your search history, should you address it or leave it be? Is it worth it to explore a crush on your tutor? And is a relationship with a man 25 years older doomed to fail? Come join us in our living room for the Shandy take! Thanks to our sponsor!- Go to https://www.zocdoc.com/SHANDY and sign up for free to book a top-rated doctor!0:00 - Q1: How Should I Breakup With Him If I'd Have To Travel To Do It In Person?11:18 - Q2: Does He Only Want What He Can't Have?24:37 - Q3: I Exchanged A Gift My Boyfriend's Mother Gave Me And Now She Won't Drop It—What Should I Do?40:12 - Q4: My Boyfriend Saw My Fetish In My Search History And Now I Want To Hide Forever 51:21 - Q5: I've Had A Longtime Crush On My Tutor—Should I Make Move?1:04:44 - Q6: I'm Dating A Man 25 Years Older—Are We Doomed To Fail?If you have a relationship question, write us at: dearshandy@gmail.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/dear-shandy/donationsSubscribe and watch the episodes on YouTube! https://bit.ly/SubscribeDearShandyFollow us!Dear Shandy - https://www.instagram.com/dearshandySharleen Joynt - https://www.instagram.com/sharleenjoyntAndy Levine - https://www.instagram.com/machinelevinePrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/dear-shandy/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Authentic Christian
Should A Christian Be A Doormat? | Turning The Other Cheek Explained

The Authentic Christian

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 34:21


S3E7: Should a Christian be a doormat? What did Jesus mean by "turning the other cheek"? Today we are going to breakdown how Christians should respond to people when they hurt or persecute them. Thanks for watching Episode 7 of Season 3!

Campfire Sht Show
Turning the Other Cheek On Friendship Ave

Campfire Sht Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2022 33:30


Beau makes peace after a multi-year grudge, and Meryl learns her lesson about letting an old man get his wish. 

To Love Honor and Vacuum
Episode 151: Why John Piper Should Stop Speaking on Marriage -- and turning the other cheek!

To Love Honor and Vacuum

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2022 59:14


Links to things mentioned:John Piper article on harsh husbands:https://www.desiringgod.org/interviews/counsel-for-wives-with-harsh-husbandsOur original Facebook Live (expanded content from this podcast, extra 13 minutes on end):https://www.facebook.com/100044310975500/videos/1036770680299677Our article talking about John Piper and harsh husbands:https://tolovehonorandvacuum.com/2022/06/john-piper-tells-women-with-harsh-husbands-to-basically-do-nothing/Dr. Alison Cook on Turning the Other Cheek:https://www.dralisoncook.com/should-you-turn-the-other-cheek/Our Merch in our store!https://tolovehonorandvacuum.com/product-category/merchandise/Gretchen Baskerville on the effect of divorce on kids if husbands are abusive:https://lifesavingdivorce.com/abuse-and-kids/ᐧ

The Real Build
144. Turning The Other Cheek When Facing Tough Situations In Construction And Real Estate

The Real Build

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 25:00


We all go through challenging situations that can make or break us. They can cause anger, and we have to step back sometimes and ask ourselves if it is worth it. In this episode of The Real Build, I wanted to address some situations that personally happened to me in business recently. In these situations, Ive had to turn the other cheek. Ive had to take the high road and not let the issues get the best of me. This is challenging, but through a lot of personal development, Ive learned that it's what I need to do. The outcome is always better. CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ▶︎ YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxAdSxHN0dIXZPhA-6p1HYA ▶︎ INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/imbillreiman ▶︎FACEBOOK| https://www.facebook.com/billy.reiman ▶︎ LINKEDIN | https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-reim... ▶︎ TWITTER | https://twitter.com/ImBillReiman ▶︎ WEBSITE | https://www.rkreiman.com

Catholic Daily Reflections
Monday of the Eleventh Week in Ordinary Time - Turning the Other Cheek

Catholic Daily Reflections

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2022 4:22


“But I say to you, offer no resistance to one who is evil. When someone strikes you on your right cheek, turn the other one to him as well.”  Matthew 5:39This is a hard teaching to embrace!Did Jesus really mean this?  Often, when put in the situation where someone wrongs us or hurts us we can tend to immediately rationalize away this Gospel passage and presume it doesn't apply to us.  Yes, it's a hard teaching to believe and an even harder one to live.What does it mean to “turn the other cheek?”  First, we should look at this on a literal level.  Jesus did mean what He said.  He is the perfect example of this.  Not only was He slapped on the cheek, He was also brutally beaten and hung on a cross.  And His response was, “Father, forgive them, they know not what they do.”  Therefore, Jesus does not call us to do anything that He Himself was not willing to do.Turning the other cheek does not mean that we need to cover up another's abusive actions or words.  We ought not pretend that they have done nothing wrong.  Jesus Himself, in forgiving and in asking the Father to forgive, acknowledged the grave injustice He received at the hands of sinners.  But the key is that He did not allow Himself to be drawn into their malice.Often times, when we feel like another flings mud at us, so to speak, we are tempted to fling it right back.  We are tempted to fight and push the bully back.  But the key to overcoming the malice and cruelty of another is to refuse to be drawn down into the mud.  Turning the other cheek is a way of saying that we refuse to degrade ourselves to foolish bickering or arguing.  We refuse to engage irrationality when we encounter it.  Instead, we choose to allow another to reveal their malice to themselves and to others by peacefully accepting it and forgiving.  This is not to say that Jesus wants us to perpetually live in abusive relationships that are more than we can handle.  But it does mean that we will all encounter injustice from time to time and we need to handle it with mercy and immediate forgiveness, and not become drawn into returning malice for malice.  Reflect, today, on any relationships that are difficult for you.  Especially reflect upon how ready you are to forgive and to turn the other cheek.  Doing this may just bring you the peace and freedom you seek in that relationship.My forgiving Lord, help me to imitate Your great mercy and forgiveness.  Help me to forgive those who have hurt me and help me to rise above any injustice I encounter.  Jesus, I trust in You.Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2022 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.