What should a Christian do when he has been misused and God seems silent?
A Christian should not take personal vengeance but live peaceably with all as much as possible. When misused, he may legitimately use legal means if no other recourse, as Paul did. Yet ultimately he must give place to wrath and trust God, who will avenge and square the matter in His time.
Les explains that while believers should not run to a lawyer at the drop of a hat, Paul exerted his legal right as a Roman citizen when he was beaten without trial (s188–s204). When there is no other way to turn, a Christian does not have to just lay down and say, 'Walk on me, I'm a Christian' (s208–s216). Romans 12:18 calls us to live peaceably with all men as much as possible (s217–s218). Verse 19 says, 'Avenge not yourselves,' which goes against human nature's desire to get even (s220–s224). Instead, God will do it for us; it may take Him a little longer, but He will (s225–s229). If God is in control and someone has misused you, give Him time—He will square the matter (s231–s234). So we give place to wrath, for vengeance belongs to the Lord (s235–s236).
Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
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What should I do when someone has misused me and God is in control?
Because God is in control, a believer who has been misused should give God time, since He is going to square the matter.