Let the righteous strike me; it shall be a kindness: and let him reprove me; it shall be an excellent oil, which shall not break my head: for yet my prayer also shall be in their calamities.
And it came to pass, as he talked with him, that the king said to him, Are you made one of the king’s counselors? cease; why should you be struck? Then the prophet ceased, and said, I know that God has determined to destroy you, because you have done this, and have not listened to my counsel.
But I say to you, Love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Brethren, if a man is overtaken in a fault, you who are spiritual, restore such a one in the spirit of meekness; considering yourself, lest you also be tempted.