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- God doesn’t call us to get back at people or seek revenge. Instead, He calls us to grow in compassion, empathy, and respect. God loves us, and He loves our enemies too. Hating our enemies causes us to miss out on God’s calling for our lives. Jesus chose to care for His enemies rather than judge them.
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Oct 5, 2022 · Answer. According to Proverbs 25:21–22, the Lord would have us treat our enemies with kindness and generosity: “If your enemy is hungry, give him food to eat; if he is thirsty, give him water to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head, and the LORD will reward you.”.
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God has given you all authority over the enemy. So, when he tries to send people your way, rebuke him, send him packing, and remind him that he must go back where he belongs—under your feet! These are five ways God promises to deal with our enemies.
- Luke 6:27-28 ESV / 242 helpful votes. “But I say to you who hear, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you.
- Romans 12:20-21 ESV / 216 helpful votes. To the contrary, “if your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink; for by so doing you will heap burning coals on his head.”
- Proverbs 24:17 ESV / 206 helpful votes. Do not rejoice when your enemy falls, and let not your heart be glad when he stumbles,
- Romans 12:19 ESV / 179 helpful votes. Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.”
May 12, 2012 · Why We Should Love Our Enemies. “Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you.” (Luke 6:27) There are two main reasons why Christians should love their enemies and do good to them. One is that it reveals something of the way God is. God is merciful.
In this article, we’ll dive into why Jesus tells us to love our enemies, what it means to love our enemies, and how loving our enemies can help us grow closer to God. Key Takeaways. God doesn’t call us to get back at people or seek revenge. Instead, He calls us to grow in compassion, empathy, and respect. God loves us, and He loves our ...
May 14, 1995 · In this sermon on Matthew 5:43–48, John Piper explains how the Great Commission helps us understand the command to love our enemies. He shows us the basis for the Golden Rule.
Aug 18, 2004 · In particular, Paul wants us to love our enemies, 69 and through this to reflect God’s love for fallen men. We are commanded to love our enemies in order to be like God and in order to be distinct from lost men.