Should Christians defend themselves?

Question:

How far should we go in “not resisting evil?” For example, if someone should try to assault or kidnap us?



Answer:

How far should we go in “not resisting evil?”

I assume this refers to Matthew 5:39 where the Lord says: “But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.”

I think the best answer is to ponder this question: “How far should we go with the Lord in not resisting evil?”