Grappling With Divinity

In Christ
even our enemies
are not against us
for they teach us
the true meaning
of unconitional love
though they may hurt us
though they may beat
and persecute us
in Christ
we are never defeated
for we have already died
to this world
and been born again
of the spirit
and that spirit is love
boundless
limitless
eternal
love
~Robert Van Valkenburgh

Reflection:
How might viewing those who hurt or oppose you as teachers of Christlike love change the way you respond to conflict and suffering?

Scripture:
“But I say to you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be children of your Father in heaven.” — Matthew 5:44–45