The ‘secular’ society is not a neutral area into which we can project the Christian message. It is an area already occupied by other gods. We have a battle on our hands. We are dealing with principalities and powers.
The question is not, "Will Jesus show up today?"
Jesus is constantly present, forever near.
He shows up in the quiet moments,
in the quandaries of thought,
in the chaotic times,
in the midst of hardship,
through acts of kindness.
He appears in unexpected places,
and in the wounds of life and our world.
The real question is, "Will we show up where Jesus is showing up?"
Will you open your eyes to see, and your heart to embrace Him, wherever you may be?
Every place you plant your feet, there is a sign: "Jesus Christ is here."
Loving your enemy, as Jesus said, is not just about praying for their soul, but also about working for their good.
Loving your enemy is about listening to their story, showing compassion to them and seeking to understand their plight.
With God this is possible.