Cross-references Explore similar Bible verses on Romans 12:14 in English Standard Version "Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them." Mt 5:44 But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 1Pe 3:9 Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary, bless, for to this you were called, that you may obtain a blessing.