1. 1 #irelateseries Copyright © Simon G. Harris 2012 Scripture quotations taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by International Bible Society. Used by permission

2. 2 Matthew 5:43 You have heard that it was said, 'Love your neighbour and hate your enemy.' But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, Loving across divides 1.The teaching of Jesus

3. 3 Matthew 5:48-42 You have heard that it was said, 'Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.' But I tell you, Do not resist an evil person. If someone strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also. And if someone wants to sue you and take your tunic, let him have your cloak as well. 1.The teaching of Jesus

4. 4 Romans 12:14-21 Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. … Do not repay anyone evil for evil. …. Do not take revenge, … On the contrary:"If your enemy is hungry, feed him;... In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head."...Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. Loving across divides 2. It tears down hostility

5. 5 John 3:16"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. 3. Is what we have received

6. 6 Romans 5:8But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. 3. Is what we have received

7. 7 Revelation 21:4He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away." Loving across divides 3. Is what we have received

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