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teachings of Jesus written down for us

through the handwriting of the apostles,

and the Bible says in Ephesians 2 that we are

built upon the foundation of the apostles

and prophets. As a matter of fact, from

Jesus' early teachings in the Sermon on the

Mount to His last teachings to John in the

book of Revelation, we'll find that He lifted

up a higher standard for His followers than

what the world goes by. One of the

Beatitudes in Matthew 5 says to be

peacemakers. We're to be merciful, meek,

pure, poor in spirit. Jesus said in verses 11

and 12 to bless them when you're reviled

and persecuted, rejoice and bless them. He

said in verses 21 through 26 not to hate.

Hatred is forbidden. Jesus said in verse 39

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