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Read Luke 6:35.
The Most High God expects us to love everyone including our enemies. Jesus said that his followers should be different from the world, following His example of right living. So how does that look in your world? Do you love your parents, brothers, sisters, spouse, children, best friend? It is easy to love these people because they love us too.
However, are there people in your life who are mean to you? Has anyone ever said something about you that was not true? Has anyone ever betrayed you or taken advantage of you? Should we really be expected to love people who treat us in this way? Jesus said that when we love our enemies we are acting like children of God. If we only love those who love us, well everybody does that!
It isn’t easy to love your enemies but there are some good reasons for doing it. First it demonstrates the love of God to others. It sets a good example for others to follow. And most importantly it may turn an enemy into a friend that enters into their own relationship with God.
Look for ways to show kindness to those who are unkind to you today.
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