@GnarlyGoat@dreddcnc "Through influence, the HIM helps people release their deepest desires for action. He unblocks the dam to let the river flow. He unlocks the Status Quo and releases energy."
The call to persuasion over compulsion is essential.
@mnbookman Are you saying that Phil shouldn't love his enemies? Or are you saying that Phil doesn't think Rob is the enemy? Either way, Phil should love Rob with God's kindness so that it leads to repentance (Romans 2:4)
@mnbookman That is exactly the point. I'm not saying Phil is perfect like Jesus, because all Christians have flaws in their creed and conduct, but Jesus consistently treated outsiders better than the Pharisees.