Good morning. We can love from afar and pray for those who treat us badly.
(Illustrated Words - Jan. 31)
"Oh, come on. Love your enemies? Seriously? Does Jesus know what He is asking here? Of course, he does. Let's face it - it's easier to love people who love you back and treat you well. Remember that Jesus said the second greatest commandment is to love your neighbor as yourself. The real test of Christian love is loving people who are different from you, lie about you, cheat you say mean things or just generally treat you badly. If you can love these people and pray for them, then you are truly showing Jesus' love."
