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Daily Christian Prayer Podcast @50 - Grace for Your Enemies
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Loving Your Enemies – Unshakeable: A Daily Christian Devotional Podcast
Scripture Focus: Matthew 5:44 – “But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.”
Episode Overview:
Recorded and broadcast from London, England, Reverend Ben Cooper brings a raw and honest five-minute devotional that tackles one of Christianity’s most difficult commands: to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us. For many believers, this teaching feels humanly impossible, especially in moments of deep hurt, betrayal, or injustice.
In today’s prayer time, Ben acknowledges the genuine difficulty of obeying this command. He compares the emotional weight of anger, resentment, fear, and bitterness to carrying a heavy rucksack we were never designed to bear. Instead of offering shallow platitudes, he invites listeners into a heartfelt journey of surrender, where we ask God to “cut the straps” of that burden, setting us free through His grace.
Key Themes Covered:
- Understanding Jesus’s radical command in Matthew 5:44.
- The reality of human struggle in forgiving those who harm us.
- Practical steps to bless and pray for those who have wronged us.
- The spiritual freedom found in releasing bitterness and choosing love.
Biblical Foundations:
Alongside Matthew 5:44, Ben draws from Romans 12:14 – “Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse,” and Luke 6:27–28 – “Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.” These passages remind us that loving our enemies is not a suggestion, but a command rooted in God’s own character.
Life Application:
Think of someone who has caused you pain, whether in your family, workplace, church, or community. Bring their name before God today. Pray for them—not just in words, but in genuine blessing from the crown of their head to the sole of their feet. Ask God to guard your words, actions, and thoughts so that they reflect His love, even toward those who oppose you.
Call to Action:
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Chapters
1. Introduction to Daily Christian Prayer (00:00:00)
2. Pray For Your Enemies Theme (00:01:11)
3. Seeking Freedom From Bitterness (00:02:26)
4. Guidance for Words and Actions (00:04:03)
5. Closing and Support Request (00:05:06)
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