Matthew 5:42-44

EasyEnglish Bible

⁴²When people ask you for something, you should give it to them. If they ask you to lend them something, then you should not refuse.

⁴³You have heard people say, “Love the people who are your friends. But hate those who want to hurt you.” ⁴⁴What I tell you is this: You should love the people who want to hurt you. If people want to give you pain, pray for them. Pray that God would help them.

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Matthew 5:42-44

New International Version

⁴²Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you.^(A)

Love for Enemies

⁴³“You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor^[a]^(B) and hate your enemy.’^(C) ⁴⁴But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,^(D)