Love of Enemies
Key Passage
Jesus said, "You have heard that it was said, 'You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you." (Matthew 5:43–44a)
Questions
Adults:
What is the point of "turning the other cheek" in an argument, and why is it so hard to do?
Children:
Who are the people you find it most difficult to forgive?
Readings
First Reading
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Various Rules of Conduct
Second Reading
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The Work of God's Ministers
Gospel
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New Law of Retaliation; Love of Enemies
Related activities & tools
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All-in-One Bible Fun series: Stories of Jesus: 13 Lessons for Busy Teachers - Preschool
- On the Hillside • p.80-89 • Mt 5:1-7:28
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Learning Centers series: Learning Centers for Confirmation
- Chapter 3: You Are Gospel People • p.17-19 • Mt 5, 11:29; Jn 14:6
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Enriching Faith series: Lessons, Prayers and Activities on the Teachings of Jesus
- Chapter 1: Discovering the Sermon on the Mount • p.6-7 • Mt 5-7
- Chapter 15: Turning the Other Cheek • p.34-35 • Mt 5:38-39
- Chapter 18: Loving Your Enemy • p.40-41 • Mt 5:44-45
- Chapter 33: Memos from the Mount • p.70-71 • Mt 5-7
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Fun Bible Skits 2: Ready-to-Go Scripts & Activities
- Chapter 16: Jesus Teaches About Enemies • p.50-52 • Lk 9:51-56; Mt 5:38-48