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Is it possible to have no enemies? Jesus taught us to \u201clove your enemies,\u201d but maybe it\u2019s time to recast that appeal with a new and more relevant translation for today? What if instead we were to \u201chave no enemies?\u201d As evolutionary biology concludes, it is instinctual for Homo sapiens to have enemies; it\u2019s how we survived as a species. Old Testament wisdom repeatedly refers to the preservation of God\u2019s remnant throughout history and distinguishes a hierarchy of insiders from outsiders. Until the time of Jesus, this distinction was never countered. However, despite Jesus\u2019 petition, societal and political division and animosity continue today. Join us today as Pastor Tony reflects on remaining hopeful in a society full of enmity. Discover three steps you can take to rekindle a diminishing sense of hope and rest in a space of love and acceptance of your adversaries. In such a time as this, rediscover your sense of HOPE to gift to others now and into the new year.\xa0\n\n\xa0\n\nRecorded live at Beatitudes Church in Phoenix, AZ on 12/11/20\xa0\n\nPreaching: Rev. Tony Minear, Ph.D.\xa0\n\nScripture Reader: Derick Claes\xa0\n\nScripture Reference: Matt. 5:44-46\xa0\n\n\xa0\n\nIf you like what you hear, consider donating at:\xa0\n\nhttps://www.beatitudeschurch.org/online-giving