“If it be possible, as much as in you lieth, be at peace with all men” (Romans 12:18). Please, observe that Paul recognizes that to do the right thing may not always produce the desires result. As much as we can control, we must be peaceful and work toward peace with all.

There are times when this is not possible. We cannot contol others, despite all efforts to produce peaceful results. The statement of the verse that emphasizes individual accountability is the phrase, “as much as lieth within you.” This statement can be applied to any application of truth. We must do the right thing whether anyone else does or not.