“Turn the Other Cheek” Isn't Passive

Pastor Scott describes the cultural context of “turning the other cheek,” which Jesus spoke about in Matthew 5:39. She explains that in Hebrew custom, being struck with the back of the hand indicated lower status, while turning the other cheek forces the striker to use the front of their hand, establishing equality between both parties. This demonstrates that Jesus’ teaching was not about passivity, as evidenced by His confrontation with the money changers in the temple. Watch With God All Things Are Possible: With God All Things Are Possible