Common sense whispers to the average person that when attacked you should retaliate. Whether you are talking about competition, gossip or slander, its doesn’t take much for things to become personal. Thus, when push comes to shove, how you react reflects what’s in your heart.
“You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy,’ Matthew 5:43.”
Since Donald Trump won the 2016 Presidential Election, I have yet to hear the mainstream media say anything positive about the President Elect. Instead of taking a “let’s wait and see attitude,” liberals and progressives have put on a full court press using hate speech, fake news and misleading opinion editorial pieces to poison the minds of Americas.
But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, Matthew 5:44.
This movement of negative news may not end until Donald Trump leaves the White House. Yet, for now, there is only one logical solution to calm these muddy waters. According to Jesus, loving and praying for your enemies serves 2 purposes. The first sends a message of God’s love and forgiveness. Then, your response makes people feel bad, Proverbs 25:22. Although it may be difficult for his supporters, its time to pray for the press.
by Jay Mankus
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