Is it possible to love someone that has a different political viewpoint and if so how?
Matthew 22:39 “And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’”
My answer from praying:
To me, love yourself, means “Remain true to your values and beliefs. Respect yourself.”
Love your neighbor means “Know that the other person is allowed their values and beliefs and are to be respected.”
If either one of you becomes emotional, be honest and say “It looks like this is becoming too charged for you (or me, if that’s the case) and let’s switch to things we have in common.”
Search for the commonalities, the good you share.
This person was brought into your life by God for His purposes. Respect that. God did not make one person better than the other.
Pray for each other and pray for yourself (release of anger, resentment, bitterness, etc.) Just let go and let God.
As I stated in last week’s blog (https://wp.me/pbgHGQ-AH), for the upcoming weeks, I’m going to blog about various opportunities God laid before me to love others, what I saw as God’s answer and ask you what your answer is, if you choose to participate.
I will not be judging your answer and will only give it a quick acknowledgment.
I don’t wish for my answer to be judged either.
Feel free to comment on what “you” think.
Your turn:
Is it possible to love someone that has a different political viewpoint and if so how?
God Stories for Me, Yippee! 
Yes, true maturity is agreeing to disagree.
I love your response.
Blessings ❤️ 🙌 ❤️
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I appreciate your input Donna.
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“Is it possible to love someone that has a different political viewpoint and if so how?”
Absolutely yes! I believe if the love is genuine political views will not alter that love. I say that from personal experience. Having said that I think it’s important not to get into a political discussion if there are differences of opinion. What’s the point. If we think the other person’s political opinion conflicts with the Gospel or the Lord’s teachings in some way… then pray. 🙏 The Lord is the only one that can change a heart. 🙌 Blessings, Marla… ❤️
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I appreciate your input Cathy! Hope you’re having a blessed Holy Week.
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I’ve never let political differences define who I choose to love or be friends with. I know there are people who do this and I really find it quite sad.
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I appreciate your input!
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You love the person, not their viewpoint.
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I appreciate your input Vickie!
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Yes, look at people beyond just their political viewpoint and if it always results in a heated discussion, then best to keep those sort of discussions out of your conversations with them.
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I appreciate your input Manu! Hope you’re having a blessed Holy Week.
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We are commanded by Jesus to love even our enemies. He would not command us to do something without giving us the means to do it. It is the “how” that becomes tricky.
Father’s love is so complete that He will even send someone to hell to stop them from hurting others and themselves. Of course, we cannot judge so completely, but we may need to separate ourselves from someone to show that we love him/her.
The key is to keep our hearts entirely bare before our Maker and let Him sort out our motives.
❤️&🙏, c.a.
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I appreciate your input C.A.! Hope you’re having a blessed Holy Week.
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Yes, it’s possible, through Grace, humility, and mutual respect. Love isn’t based on agreement but on value. See the person, not just the politics. Pray, listen, and let God bridge the gap.
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Amen. Thank you for taking the time to reply, Willie.
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You are very welcome.
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