What if loving your enemies meant putting yourself at risk?
What if Jesus’ command to “turn the other cheek” collided with your instinct to protect yourself—or your family?

In this episode of Let’s Talk: Faith in a Modern World, we wrestle with the deep tension between loving those who’ve wronged us and the desire—or even the need—to defend ourselves. Is self-defense biblical? Is pacifism the only “Christian” response? And how far does mercy really go?

If you’ve ever wondered, “Do I really have to care for someone who hates me?”—you’re not alone. This conversation is raw, honest, and grounded in Scripture.

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What if loving your enemies isn’t just a command… but a path to freedom?
In this episode of Let’s Talk: Faith in a Modern World, we wrestle with one of the hardest teachings of Jesus—loving those who have hurt us.

Why does forgiveness feel so unfair?
What’s the difference between God's justice and our desire for revenge?
Is it enough to resist physical retaliation, or does God care about our thoughts too?
And how can we love people who still seem set on doing harm?

This conversation is raw, honest, and necessary—especially if you're struggling with bitterness, anger, or the pain of betrayal.

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Next week, we’ll continue this discussion with even deeper questions:
Can I love my enemies from a distance? What about self-defense?
Is justice the same as revenge? And what if helping my enemy puts me at risk?

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