LOVING ONE’S ENEMIES (LUKE 6:27-38): THE SIGN OF INTEGRITY FOR THOSE BELONGING IN THE KINGDOM OF GOD
LOVING ONE’S ENEMIES (LUKE 6:27-38): THE SIGN OF INTEGRITY FOR THOSE BELONGING IN THE KINGDOM OF GOD
Author(s): Teodor Ioan ColdaSubject(s): Christian Theology and Religion, Theology and Religion, Biblical studies
Published by: Editions IARSIC
Keywords: Luke’s Gospel; Kingdom of God; Love; Enemies; Integrity;
Summary/Abstract: In this paper the author explores Jesus’ teaching regarding loving one’s enemies in his first sermon presented in Luke’s Gospel. The approach is practical, yet firmly anchored in the text and in the larger context of the sermon. The simple and straightforward conclusion is that loving one’s enemies is the sign of integrity for those belonging in the Kingdom of God, who are interested in virtues rather than their personal welfare, being freed of the usual ways of the World.
Journal: Jurnalul Libertății de Conștiință
- Issue Year: 8/2020
- Issue No: 1
- Page Range: 738-747
- Page Count: 10
- Language: English