I Peter 3: 8-9
To sum up, let all be harmonious, like-minded, sympathetic, brotherly, loving one another, kind-hearted, compassionate, and humble in spirit; not returning evil for evil, or insult for insult, but giving a blessing instead.
Let's all think the same way, have sympathy for one another, love one another with brotherly/sisterly love, being kind-hearted (not hard-hearted), and considering myself as no better than the one reviling me.
Not "giving as good (or bad) as I get," but turning the situation around in giving a blessing, a compliment to the other, answering in a soft voice, not yelling back.
Lord, help me to think before reacting, and then responding in Truth, gently, compassionately. Strengthen me to be able to do this, Lord.
Even so, come, Lord Jesus!
