What Did Jesus Mean by "Turn the Other Cheek"?

What did Jesus really mean when He said, “turn the other cheek”? Was He asking us to be passive doormats—or was He teaching a bold, Christlike response to injustice? In this Bible study on Matthew 5:38–39 (CSB), we dive deep into one of the most misunderstood teachings in Scripture.

Jesus isn’t calling us to weakness—He’s calling us to a revolutionary kind of love. One that overcomes evil with good, and responds to insults with grace. In this video, we explore the cultural context, what Jesus modeled through His own suffering, and how we can live this out today in our workplaces, families, and relationships.

Whether you've been mistreated, insulted, or wronged, discover the strength that comes from trusting God to be your defender. This is how we live out the Kingdom of God on earth.