24 But you rich peopleare in for trouble.You have already hadan easy life!
25 You well-fed peopleare in for trouble.You will go hungry!You peoplewho are laughing noware in for trouble.You are going to cryand weep!
26 You are in for trouble when everyone says good things about you. That is what your own people said about those prophets who told lies.
27 This is what I say to all who will listen to me:Love your enemies, and be good to everyone who hates you.
28 Ask God to bless anyone who curses you, and pray for everyone who is cruel to you.
29 If someone slaps you on one cheek, don't stop that person from slapping you on the other cheek. If someone wants to take your coat, don't try to keep back your shirt.
30 Give to everyone who asks and don't ask people to return what they have taken from you.