People
Now, we may consider some people as our enemies. How do you deal with such people? People who invoke feelings of hatred, insecurity, fear, and other emotions in you. Jesus Christ gave us a wonderful command and guideline to deal with such people.
Lets get practical: am sure you're wondering, are you really really serious about this? Well, I am. I know God is. He gave these guidelines, among others:
"On the contrary: “If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head." Romans 12:20 (NIV)
"But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you" Matthew 5:44 (NIV)
Pray for them and be good to them. I know I have people in my life who invoke all the wrong emotions in my heart! But God speaks to me constantly reminding me that all I need to do, is pray for them and be good to them. And God takes care of the rest. God's commands are for our good and He means well by counseling us to love our enemies. And there is much joy in following God's command about this.
So, lets love our enemies!!!
Satan
"Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour." 1 Peter 5:8 (NIV)
We have got to be sober minded and alert at all times. The devil schemes and plots ways to destroy us. So we need to be aware and careful how we live.
Identify other enemies in your life, look up scriptures to address those kinds of enemies. Allow God to direct you and guide you!
Be blessed!
