Loving Difficult People

Good morning Brothers, Happy Wednesday. God loves you. I love you. Praise God for the ability to forgive. Since God has forgiven us our sins we are able to forgive others. Let’s sing, What a friend we have in Jesus, All our sins and griefs to bear! What a privilege to carry Everything to God in prayer! Oh, what peace we often forfeit; Oh, what needless pain we bear All because we do not carry Everything to God in prayer! Have we trials and temptations? Is there trouble anywhere? We should never be discouraged Take it to the Lord in prayer. Can we find a friend so faithful Who will all our sorrows share? Jesus knows our every weakness Take it to the Lord in prayer! Today’s verse is Matthew 5:43-44. You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you. It's easy to love people who are close to us. It's also easy to love those who are similar to us, and even those who love us well. But Jesus says we should also love our enemies. He also says to pray for those who persecute us. We should be praying for the salvation of those who intend us harm, asking that they would recognize their actions and turn to God. Take a moment to consider some people in your life who are difficult to love. Begin by praying for them. Pray for their salvation and pray for their wellbeing. Think of one or two ways you can show love to your enemies and share the hope of Jesus. God loves you. Have a blessed day.