North Anderson Baptist Church - Love Your Enemies

North Anderson Church · Oct 18, 2026 · 21m

We live in a world filled with division, hostility, and hatred toward those who think differently, oppose us, or have hurt us. It is easy to love those who love us, agree with us, and treat us well, but what about those who mistreat us, reject us, or stand against us? In Matthew 5:43–48, Jesus challenges the way we think about love by commanding His followers to love their enemies and pray for those who persecute them. This kind of love goes against our natural instincts, but it reflects the very heart of our heavenly Father, who shows kindness even to those who oppose Him. The truth is that…