{See below for a vacation notice.}Why are we supposed to love our enemies?It’s a big question. I recently dedicated an entire sermon to the subject (which can you access in the footnotes below if you’re interested).Among the many answers to this question, here’s one that is worth pondering. People who are radically loved, love radically. Granted, … Continue reading Those who are radically loved…
Matthew 5:44
Go the extra inch
We’ve been spending some time thinking about Jesus’ words in Matthew 5:44: “love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you…”With this in mind, I have a suggestion. Go the extra inch.Yes, our goal should be big. But let’s back up a minute.In October 2006, a gunman took hostages in a one-room Amish schoolhouse … Continue reading Go the extra inch
The best thing yet
Jesus said: “love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you” (Matthew 5:44).Actor Kelsey Grammer is best known for playing Dr. Frasier Crane on the hit shows Cheers and Frasier. A few years ago he was interviewed about playing a pastor in the movie “Jesus Revolution.” When asked about faith, he said: “The idea that … Continue reading The best thing yet
Pray for those who persecute you
It’s one of Jesus’ most famous and inspirational statements. It’s also one of the most difficult: “love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you” (Matthew 5:44).Sounds good in theory, but what about in reality? What about the people who have wronged you personally or who have done something against someone you care about?Miroslav … Continue reading Pray for those who persecute you
