March 11
Overcoming Evil
with Good
Romans 12:21
Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.
Daily Steps
Finding peace in relationships means not letting conflict or injury control your actions. When someone wrongs you, the natural response is to retaliate or withdraw—which is allowing their evil to overcome you. This verse provides the path to true freedom and lasting peace: overcome evil with good.
For a new believer, this is a radical act of reconciliation and faith:
Do Not Be Overcome: Your primary goal in a conflict is to protect your own heart from bitterness, revenge, and anger. Allowing evil (the offense) to dictate your reaction means you have been defeated by it.
Overcome with Good: The only way to win the spiritual battle and secure peace is to choose an action of goodness, kindness, or blessing in response to the offense. This is a powerful, surprising act that reflects the very character of Christ.
This practice breaks the cycle of retaliation and opens the door for reconciliation and unity. Your peace is secured by focusing on what you give (goodness), not on what you receive (injury).
Reflective Question
Is there a person in your life who has hurt you, tempting you toward bitterness? What is one act of "good" (a prayer, a kind word, or a simple blessing) you can offer to that person to ensure you do not become overcome by evil?
Prayer
Lord, I confess the temptation to be overcome by bitterness or revenge when I am wronged. Give me the spiritual strength to choose Your way.
Help me to actively overcome evil with good today, reflecting the surprising grace of Christ. May this radical act of goodness be the source of my secure peace and reconciliation. Amen.
