How to Love Hard People
If I asked you to think of (not say out loud!) a person who’s difficult, does anyone come to mind?
For me, yes. And I’m going to assume for you, it’s a yes as well.
(If you say no, then please email us at kamusta.bae@gmail.com with how you did that because I need to learn some things from you.)
And the truth is, it is waaaay easier to go on about life without these people and avoid them at all costs – physically, spiritually, and in our minds. But God has called us to love even that person. And here are 3 ways to do so, even the most difficult of them all.
Welcome God into your heart
One of my favorite lines is from Hosanna by Hillsong Worship and it goes,
“Break my heart from what breaks yours, everything I am for your Kingdom’s cause.”
Ask God to search your heart and open yours to see that hard person as God sees them. There may be things that God will open up in your heart to bring grace, wisdom, and love to how you interact with them.
Understand that it’s not about you
When we accept Jesus into our hearts, we now choose to live a life surrendered to Jesus. This means the question isn’t, “What’s best for me?” But rather, “How can I be a reflection and extension of Jesus?”
That question will shift perspective on the person and the situations you have and will face.
Pray for that person
“But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,”
Matthew 5:44
Lastly, pray for that person! And no, I don’t mean to curse that person. But bring them before the Lord and speak blessings and favor in their life. Welcome the Holy Spirit in whatever interaction you may have with them, and allow God to move in your prayer life towards that person however He needs.
As always, your BAE Collective is here praying for and with you, even in this.
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xx,
Jo