In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus ends his Sermon on the Mount (The Beatitudes) with a statement on love. In this sermon, we have been reminded that we are blessed so that we can be a blessing to others even our enemies.

Love is at the heart of the Christian journey. We are called to love God and each other. Loving our enemies can be difficult. The list of reasons that we create for not loving our enemies can make us think of revenge. Jesus says, “turn the other cheek.” This is not the way of the world, but it is God’s way.

We must learn to love as God has loved us with forgiveness and mercy. God’s unconditional love calls us to be members of His kingdom here on earth. As we strive to be faithful to God’s call, we find completeness. We are not perfect, but God continues to collaborate with us in our search for God’s perfect will in our lives.

The “Golden Rule” offers us some insight into how we can accomplish Jesus’ challenge to us today. Treat others in the way you would want to be treated. Sometimes when we are hurt, we want the other to hurt as well.  Holding grudges and being unforgiveness tend to hurt us more than the other person. No matter how difficult it may be to forgive, love must rule the day.