You Have Heard It Said | Week 4: Love Your Enemies | Jacob Dickerson

How do you respond when someone hurts you?

In Week 4 of our You Have Heard It Said series, Pastor Jacob Dickerson unpacks one of Jesus' most challenging commands in Matthew 5:38-48: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.

Our natural response is to get even. But Jesus invites us to something greater. Forgiveness. Grace. Love that reflects the heart of God.

The world says revenge brings satisfaction. Jesus says freedom is found in forgiveness. When we choose to love those who have wronged us, we don't just change the relationship—we become more like Christ.

Big Idea: You can't get ahead when you're trying to get even.

If you've been carrying hurt, bitterness, or resentment, this message will encourage you to take your next step toward healing and freedom.

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48