On Day 17 we Prayer Matthew 5:38 asking that the counter-culture values of forgiveness and humility would have a deep impact on Muslims.

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Transcript:

Today’s scripture is Matthew 5:38  “You have heard that it was said, ‘An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.’ But I say to you, Do not resist the one who is evil. But if anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also.”

It is surprising how often Christians from a Muslim background refer to Matthew 5:38 when they share their testimony. Jesus’ teaching to “turn the other cheek” is astonishing to many Muslims, as it presents a perspective on forgiveness and humility that is unfamiliar in their cultural context. 

Father, we pray today that the counter-cultural values of your Kingdom, specifically those of forgiveness and humility, would strike a chord in the hearts of Muslims showing them your better way. We also ask that you would raise up this kind of counter-cultural believers to work and live in Muslim contexts and their radical obedience to you, Jesus, would open their hearts and eyes to the wonder of you as Lord and King.

In Jesus Name - Amen.