Do you know that followers of Jesus are to love their enemies? How do you feel about that?
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I believe this, but it's hard in a world where the jewish peoples don't believe in the new testament."But believe what you want to, that's what freedom is all about".They only believe the old where moses said basically an eye for an eye.The new testament, Jesus fulfilling the prophecies of the old is about love and forgiveness, and we need alot more of it.So much of our country reminds me of Rome just before it fell,the rich senators, our global reach (not to spread piece either) if our leader and lawmakers practiced this we wouldn't be hated so.We need to spend some of our money on peace,it would go alot further to help the world.THOU SHALT LOVE THY LORDTHY GOD WITH ALL THY HEART,AND WITH ALLTHEY SOUL AND WITH ALL THY STRENGTH: THOU SHALT LOVE THY NEIGHBOR AS THYSELF.THERE IS NONE OTHER COMMANDMENT GREATER THAN THESE. Mark 12:30-31. Peace
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We are called to love NOT retaliate\n\nRom 12:14\nIf people persecute you because you are a Christian, don't curse them; pray that God will bless them. 15When others are happy, be happy with them. If they are sad, share their sorrow. 16Live in harmony with each other. Don't try to act important, but enjoy the company of ordinary people. And don't think you know it all!\n\n    17Never pay back evil for evil to anyone. Do things in such a way that everyone can see you are honorable. 18Do your part to live in peace with everyone, as much as possible.\n\n    19Dear friends, never avenge yourselves. Leave that to God. For it is written,\n\n   \n    "I will take vengeance;\n       I will repay those who deserve it,"\n       says the Lord.\n\n    20Instead, do what the Scriptures say:\n       "If your enemies are hungry, feed them.\n    If they are thirsty, give them something to drink,\n       and they will be ashamed of what they have done to you."  21Don't let evil get the best of you, but conquer evil by doing good.
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It always brings a tear to my eye to think of Christ on the cross, those evil men and women cursing and mocking Him. And He lifts His head to heaven and with weak breathes He says "Father, forgive them. They know not what they do!" \n\nGod give us all strength to be as loving as YOU!
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i am a Muslim girl and just wondering like you!!when i see the horrible things that some Christians write about us, i really become sad and disappointed because i really don't hate Christians not neither Jesus!!i respect them and i respect Jesus consediring him as a messenger from God!!i hope those Christians that hate Muslims will ever understand and love us too..\nGod bless you sister!!
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Of course it doesn’t make sense. “Love your enemies” is an absurdity. If you love them they can’t be your enemy. What the confused writer was probably trying to say is to love those who view (((you))) as their enemy, and this would make some sense.\n\nAnd not to mention that the writer’s god is a hypocrite since he sends his enemies to hell.
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I'm one of those certain people. While I may not agree with the act I will still offer love to the individual. They are growing and learning like everyone else. I was molested as a child. I do not hate the person that did it. I realized that what he did was about him. Not about me. I have grown as a person from the experience. You can't change people with anything but love. If you offer love to someone that feels so powerless that they have to commit such acts you offer them a freedom that hating them will never give. I would intervene if I saw someone doing something that would hurt another living being. Doesn't mean I can't do it in a loving way. I see all things as lessons for us to learn and grow from. I don't draw any lines. \nLove & Light\nSharon\nOne Planet = One People
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Yes of course, the enemy is always around to encourage you in your wrong doing and lack of knowledge of GOD's laws  and principles will surely make one fall prey to him. If any of the answers by any one coming through on this site are not in line with GOD's word in the bible{our road map and instructions for living in this life) it's because of bibical ignorance or demonic spirits are on the loose doing their assigned job by Satan to deceive as many people as possible,therefore, everyone should be careful and not take these answers as the GOSPEL.....
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That is correct; the Bible speaks of those who have a "wicked heart of unbelief".\n\nhttp://www.needGod.com
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Christians shouldn't be filled with hate - Jesus was very clear about how we should act:\n\nYou have heard that it was said, 'Love your neighbour and hate your enemy.' But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, that you may be sons of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous. If you love those who love you, what reward will you get? Are not even the tax collectors doing that?And if you greet only your brothers, what are you doing more than others? Do not even pagans do that? Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.\n\nAnd:\n\nFor if you forgive men when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.\n\nThose calling themselves Christians should love those who hate or disagree with them.  You can see some beautiful examples of christians forgiving those who kill them, imprison and torture them in China in Brother Yuns book the "heavenly man".
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I prefer not to even use the word following. Belive that He is the Christ, the Savior, doesn't count u as a "follower". I prefer to use the term Friend. He says, "You are not my servant. Does a servant know everything about his master? No. I confide in you, so you are not my servant. You are my friend". That verse really tells me that He wants me to be His friend. Not His "follower". I belive that if you really want to be a Seeker, that you have to be His friend. Not His follower. He wants us to be friends. Not those in a democracy. We are in His kingdom, yes, but He loves us enough that He listens to us. Believe that sister. It is truth, because He said it. And He does not lie. I hope this helps your walk w/ God, and may He bless you beyond you ability to comprehend.
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Happy are those that dash babies heads in the stone\n\nThe "wrath of God" is on all unbelievers. 3:36\n\n"The Lord knoweth them that are his." This verse was used by the Catholic Church during the inquisition to justify killing those suspected of heresy. (Kill them all, for `the Lord knows them that are His'." ) 2:19\nf a man also lie with mankind, as he lieth with a woman, both of them have committed an abomination: they shall surely be put to death;  their blood shall be upon them.--Lev.20:13\n    While the Israelites were camped at Acacia, some of the men defiled themselves by sleeping with the local Moabite women.  These women invited them to attend sacrifices to their gods, and soon the Israelites were feasting with them and worshiping the gods of Moab.  Before long Israel was joining in the worship of Baal of Peor, causing the LORD's anger to blaze against his people.  The LORD issued the following command to Moses: "Seize all the ringleaders and execute them before the LORD in broad daylight, so his fierce anger will turn away from the people of Israel."  So Moses ordered Israel's judges to execute everyone who had joined in worshiping Baal of Peor.  Just then one of the Israelite men brought a Midianite woman into the camp, right before the eyes of Moses and all the people, as they were weeping at the entrance of the Tabernacle.  When Phinehas son of Eleazar and grandson of Aaron the priest saw this, he jumped up and left the assembly.  Then he took a spear and rushed after the man into his tent. Phinehas thrust the spear all the way through the man's body and into the woman's stomach.  So the plague against the Israelites was stopped, but not before 24,000 people had died.  (Numbers 25:1-9 NLT)\n\n\n    Slaves, obey your earthly masters with deep respect and fear.  Serve them sincerely as you would serve Christ.  (Ephesians 6:5 NLT)\n\n \n\n    Christians who are slaves should give their masters full respect so that the name of God and his teaching will not be shamed.  If your master is a Christian, that is no excuse for being disrespectful.  You should work all the harder because you are helping another believer by your efforts.  Teach these truths, Timothy, and encourage everyone to obey them.  (1 Timothy 6:1-2 NLT)
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Being a Christian I strive to do just that. It's not easy. I think you become a hypocrite if you are not trying to love everyone on earth. I choose to try to act in a loving way toward all that I come into contact with. I often fall short of that. But I keep on trying.
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You have some interesting points.  I think the people who you are focusing on are those sadly-narrowminded folks who seem to think their own little brand of Jesus worship is the one and only.  Frankly, my theology and Catholicism are miles apart, yet I have great respect and admiration for their institution and the great strength of their faith.  \n\nAnd as far as Judiasm goes, I find their beliefs run much closer to mine than even some aspects of Christianity--at least the brand some of those same folks preach.  To me, I feel sorry for Jews who are still waiting for the Messiah.  To me, I got a two thousand year head start on knowing and loving Him.\n\nLove--real, unconditional love--must be at the very core of any faith, at least any that puts Jesus Christ at the head of it.  I think there are too many people who love to talk the talk but just cannot bring themselves to walk the walk.  The famous bumper sticker, "What Would Jesus Do" is far too often displayed by people who don't even have the faintest notion of what that is.\n\nJust remember--just because someone has the loudest voice doesn't mean they are telling the truth.  They're just loud.
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Jesus doesn't hate you and neither do l... I realize that there are many so-called Christians out there that would rather physically beat people down than prayerfully raise them up but don't tie a rope around all of us for the wrong they do... I speak for all real (Christ-like) Christians... God bless you...
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Luke 6:27-36\n\n"But I tell you who hear me: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. If someone strikes you on one cheek, turn to him the other also. If someone takes your cloak, do not stop him from taking your tunic. Give to everyone who asks you, and if anyone takes what belongs to you, do not demand it back. Do to others as you would have them do to you.\n\n"If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? Even 'sinners' love those who love them. And if you do good to those who are good to you, what credit is that to you? Even 'sinners' do that. And if you lend to those from whom you expect repayment, what credit is that to you? Even 'sinners' lend to 'sinners,' expecting to be repaid in full. But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them without expecting to get anything back. Then your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High, because he is kind to the ungrateful and wicked. Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.
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I don't think they are hatful. I think many of the leaders are frustrated or perhaps selfish or otherwise suffering from the trials that life brings with it, but I don’t think the majority of the people are hatful.  \n\nI do believe however that many of the followers of these faiths are misguided...just as you are. Not in their choice of religion or faith, (or lack there of) but in the way they practice. Certainly there is no reason for Christians to treat practitioners of other religions with hostility. Nowhere in the bible does it say that Jesus teased, belittled and harassed those that would not follow him. Yet many Christians feel obligated to do so today? \n\nStill, I think you are looking at the minority of the practitioners and allowing their actions to be interpreted as the actions of the majority of people. Regardless of your faith or beliefs, try to be companionate and understanding and look at the situation with some perspective.  \n\nI hope this helps.
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Perhaps they are angry because they feel like they are not part of the inheritance and resent your confidence that you are. It's not good to judge others but it is natural  I guess, in the fallen world. I have moments of doubt too. It's not easy to love your enemy, especially when you don't want any enemies. If they say you are ignorant, remember, judge not for as you judge you will be judged. Remember also that wisdom appears foolish to a fool. It is not our place to convert. Maybe that has to do with the resentment. I don't know, but I think your delicate manner is a good example of kindness in the face of adversity. You are tolerant and in my opinion a good embassador for Christianity, if you are a Christian. Oh, and YES!,  you do make sense.