turning the other cheek.

When someone you thought you could trust turns on you, what do you do?

First, confront them in love. Be peaceable and understanding, slow to anger. Furthermore, pour coals of goodness and mercy, grace and humility on their head.

Do not strike back -- this is exactly what is expected. Human nature would have us relate to one anther in whiplash fashion, eager to pull and prod each other into a never-ending struggle of wills. Which is fine, if you're in an actual battle with swords and cunning. Someone must always be the victor. Except, in this case, you both lose.

- Matthew 7:1-5

- Romans 12:20

- Matthew 18:15-17

- Proverbs 18:21

- Luke 6:29