Hate is NOT the Problem!

Hate and Anger have become the hallmark of American culture.   But the problem is not that there is too much darkness. The problem is there is not enough light.   The most recent group targeted by the forces of unbridled hate are the Jews.   Antisemitism reigns on our university campuses. College presidents at Harvard, U Penn and MIT,      when questioned by Congress,      refused to condemn the angry mobs      who demanded the genocide of Jews.   Another group it is now fashionable to hate are      women athletes who refuse to worship      at the altar of Trans Intersectional Supremacy. When real women point out that it is unfair      to allow biological males to compete against females,           (stealing their scholarships, opportunities, awards)      they’re attacked by misogynistic politicians & journalists           for being “anti-trans.”         The irony is anything but subtle.   Before that it was the One Percenters      who needed to “pay their fair share.” Of course, we were never told what was “fair,”      because it was simply another strategy      to incubate anger and hate throughout culture.   Before that is was a “basket full of deplorables.” Before that it was the Christians      who embraced biblical teachings,      including those about sexual behavior.  Those who actually believed the Bible,      were branded as, “Homophobes” and “haters.”   But it is even worse. In the past decade, Angry, hate filled people go well beyond words, routinely dispensing violence. May I l tell you a story      about a moment when Love overcame Hate      in the life of a woman      named Corrie Ten Boom?   In Summary:   How do you combat Hate with Love?   1) Pray for those who persecute you. God can change a heart. You can’t.   2) Be quick to Listen Seek to truly understand.   3)  Be Slow to Speak. If your mouth is open, you’re not listening.   4)  Be Slow to get Angry. Darkness cannot overcome darkness.     This Christmas      you may be with some of those folks      who try to push your buttons. These four steps will help you      build bridges rather than walls.   Remember: The problem in America      is not that there is too much darkness;      the problem is there is not enough light. Shine your light.   May you experience God’s love this Christmas, as we celebrate the birth of Jesus. And then pass it on to others.   God is the issue, in every issue— especially when it comes to overcoming hate.   This is Brad Bright. Thanks for joining me today.   Please remember to like, subscribe or share this podcast if you found it helpful or encouraging.