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Podcast: Trinity Church Golden Grove
Episode: #5 How To Get Even
Description: Matthew 5:38-48
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This Bible talk unpacks the final two sections of Jesus’ six-part teaching in Matthew 5:21-47, focusing on personal retaliation and love for enemies. Jesus contrasts common interpretations of the law (“You have heard…”) with God’s true intent (“But I say to you…”), challenging his followers to embrace radical generosity and selflessness. The speaker highlights how Australians value the idea of a “Fair Go”—ensuring everyone gets what they deserve—but Jesus flips this notion. Instead of demanding fairness for ourselves, we are called to extend undeserved kindness to others.
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