The Daily Blade: Joby Martin & Kyle Thompson

#218 - Kyle Thompson // He is Not Vengeful, but Forgiving

Oct 31, 2025
Explore how respectable men embrace forgiveness over vengeance when wronged. Delve into Biblical insights from Job 31 and Proverbs 24 to understand the power of mercy. Hear real-life stories of grace, like courtroom forgiveness amidst heinous acts. Reflect on how the Gospel's teachings from Romans 5 inspire believers to forgive their enemies. Discover the impact of mercy on marriage and leadership, advocating for men to lead with compassion rather than wrath.
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INSIGHT

Respectability Is Shown By Mercy

  • Respectability in a man shows when his reflex is forgiveness rather than vengeance.
  • Godly people refuse to rejoice in others' ruin because mercy aligns with God's character.
ADVICE

Choose Mercy Over Knee‑Jerk Vengeance

  • When wronged, examine your knee-jerk reaction and choose mercy over vengeance.
ANECDOTE

Forgiveness Amid Public Malice

  • Kyle contrasts public celebrations of political violence with personal examples of forgiveness in court and at memorials.
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