Loving our enemies is difficult, but it is the way of Christ. David’s restraint, Jesus’ radical teaching, and Paul’s vision of transformation all challenge us to feed love, trust God, and reflect His mercy in our lives.

The Beatitudes present a vision of the Kingdom of God that reverses worldly expectations. Those who suffer now but trust in God will be blessed, while those who are comfortable now may be in danger of spiritual complacency. The resurrection assures us that God’s promises are trustworthy and eternal.