Christians, what should I feel about other people: Love, Hate or Indifference?

Question

I already know the answers, but a couple of non-believers rather be hated.

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If I hate them is a problem, but if I love them is a problem to.

Isn't Love what draws us all together forgetting about our differences?

I mean love as respect, agape love.

I know what loves means people :rolls eyes: I am talking about accepting other people's differences, not that other kind of love lol. That one I keep it to myself lol.

Answer 1

Love in the Biblical context isn't akin to a warm fuzzy feeling you have for others but refers instead to actions or judgments regarding another person. We all have the capacity to nurture others, to serve, to build up, to aide those in need and to heal physically, mentally and spiritually those that are suffering through the Spirit of God. Obedience to the commandments of God, especially those given to Love God with all of our soul and to love they neighbor by treating them in the manner we ourselves would like to be treated if in their same situation is in fact pervasive throughout scripture. Like the Good Samaritan. The good that is in us comes from God and not of ourselves but the evil that is in us or the indifference to the suffering of others..that is from human lack of compassion and selfish desires. If you can overcome these, only through the love of Christ and His calling, then you are living by Gods standards and not mans. Love in Christ, ~J~ <>< P.S. If you read the story of Hosea and Gomer this is the perfect example of how God feels toward us..its pretty powerful because it shows our potiential, rarely realized, in how we could be toward each other.

Answer 2

The New Testament is wrote in Greek. For a reason. The Greek language is abundantly and decisively clear. You should "love" people as a Christian. OK?
NOW....The word "love" has 8 different meanings in the Greek Language. You have love your mother, love your brother, love your neighbor, love yourself, God's love=(agape). love your enemies etc.....

When Jesus said Love your enemies....which "love" does He refer too? What is this love? IT absolutely is NOT love them by kissing them on the nose and giving them snow cones as some Christians preach.
Read (Psalms) 1.1:3. God tells you very clear and very bold how to treat the scriptural scoffers.

Great Question.

Answer 3

The answer is love -- but the word conjurs up thoughts that are different than what is intended. The kind of love that is being referred to in the Bible is Christ-like love -- or sacrificial love.

We should be sacrificial towards our enemies -- not hating them or feeling indifferent. The ultimate act of love came in the sacrifice of Christ for the souls of all humanity.

That is what is meant as love in a Christian sense.

Answer 4

I think loving people are prone to live happier lives. People who hate simply cut off any resources they might need for love in the future. And indifferent people are just plain boring. Make connections with people. Sometimes you get hurt, but then you get healed and live your life the best way you know how and learn from your mistakes. Cynicism only limits you.

Answer 5

Why should you hate other people?! On the other hand, you couldnt really love every stranger. Nor should you be indifferent. I think you should feel like we're all distant relatives (which we are), all family. Theres love there, but not so intense. More like respect.

Answer 6

If you think you know the answer, you're really stupid. Religion and their associated hate has been the cause of most every war in the planet's history.

Religion drives a giant wedge between everyone. Get a clue.

Answer 7

Love but not exactly what you are thinking. To love your enemy is to love the person not what they do because we war with spirits not flesh & blood so even though we love everyone we don't have to like everyone confusing I know but it makes sense once you do it.

Answer 8

Love, but sometimes love is telling the truth. Tell it in a loving manner but stand by the truth and don't back down.

Answer 9

According to Luke 6, Jesus says:

32"If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? Even 'sinners' love those who love them. 33And if you do good to those who are good to you, what credit is that to you? Even 'sinners' do that. 34And if you lend to those from whom you expect repayment, what credit is that to you? Even 'sinners' lend to 'sinners,' expecting to be repaid in full. 35But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them without expecting to get anything back. Then your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High, because he is kind to the ungrateful and wicked. 36Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.

Answer 10

I believe that depends on you. No one can legislate our feelings, no matter how hard they try. It's a lot less stress if you choose not to hate however.