It has been claimed that turning an enemy into a friend is the finest method to defeat him. This is in line with Christ's teaching in Matthew 5:44 that we ought to love those who despise us.
Our Lord provided us with three justifications for loving our enemies. First of all, by being friendly to them, we are imitating our heavenly Father, who "makes His sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends forth rain on the just and on the unjust" (v. 45).
Because there is no reward for loving only those who love us, we are also commanded to love our enemies (v. 46).
Third, the way we handle our opponents separates us from the ungodly.
Jesus questioned, "What do you do more than others if you only greet your brethren?" (v.47). A Christian should be characterised by genuine concern for everyone (1 John 4:7-21).
However, following Jesus' instruction to love our adversaries is a difficult task. Our first instinct is frequently to strike back. However, if we choose to show those who hate us love and kindness, we may be able to overcome their animosity and win their approval in the end.
Making an adversary your friend is the most effective—and Christlike—way to do so!
Try using the warmth of love to soften an opponent. We are instructed to pray for those who oppose us in this life because doing so reveals God's grace to them.
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