Expecting nothing in return Quote by Crossway
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““Love Your Enemies 27“But I say to you who hear, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, 28bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you. 29To one who strikes you on the cheek, offer the other also, and from one who takes away your cloak do not withhold your tunic [2] either. 30Give to everyone who begs from you, and from one who takes away your goods do not demand them back. 31And as you wish that others would do to you, do so to them. 32“If you love those who love you, what benefit is that to you? For even sinners love those who love them. 33And if you do good to those who do good to you, what benefit is that to you? For even sinners do the same. 34And if you lend to those from whom you expect to receive, what credit is that to you? Even sinners lend to sinners, to get back the same amount. 35But love your enemies, and do good, and lend, expecting nothing in return, and your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High, for he is kind to the ungrateful and the evil. 36Be merciful, even as your Father is merciful.””
About This Quote
Source Bible: Gospel of Luke 6:27-36, New Testament
The passage teaches unconditional love, generosity, and mercy toward all, even those who harm us, without expecting reciprocity.
In simple terms: Love and help everyone, even enemies, without expecting anything back.
Key Takeaway
Practice selfless kindness regardless of how others treat you.
Themes
love
mercy
forgiveness
generosity
justice
Mood
compassionate
reflective
inspirational
Type
biblical
ethical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- conflict resolution
- community service
- charitable work
Key Concepts
Christian ethics
reciprocity
altruism
spiritual reward
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you show kindness to someone who hurt you?
- What does it mean to love without expecting return?
A Different Perspective
May be difficult to apply when personal hurt is deep; requires inner strength.
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