135: Overcoming Evil with Good

8/29/25

Romans 12: 20-21

In Episode 135 of The View From a Pew, Mac and Theo explore Romans 12:20–21, where Paul calls believers to respond to evil with active goodness rather than retaliation. Theo explains that showing tangible kindness toward enemies reflects God’s own grace and has the power to awaken repentance. The discussion highlights the biblical command, “Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good,” urging listeners to trust God’s justice, extend mercy, and model Christ’s love even in the face of hostility.

Key Passage

Romans 12:20–21 (NASB)

“But if your enemy is hungry, feed him, and if he is thirsty, give him a drink; for by so doing you will heap burning coals on his head. Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”

Big Idea

Christians are called to respond to hostility with active kindness, trusting that goodness conquers evil—overcoming animosity by mirroring God’s grace and leaving justice in His hands.