I was reading Raymond Ibrahim’s recent monthly report on the persecution of Christians by Muslims, and it prompted me to consider this question: What is it that distinguishes Islam and Christianity over what it considers to be good, and what it considers to be evil? In Christianity the guiding principle …

Do not seek revenge, do not commit evil in response to evil, or return abuse with more abuse. Instead, seek peace and blessings for those who have committed the evil deeds against you. God’s word teaches us never to seek revenge, and to help others repent for their wickedness. Thus …