Worship Songs About Loving Our Enemies
Loving our enemies can feel impossible, a concept that clashes with our natural instincts. But through Christ, we're called to a higher standard of love, and these worship songs explore the challenges and transformative power of extending grace even to those who oppose us.
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1. See A Victory (Morning & Evening)
By Elevation Worship
Why this song?
"See A Victory (Morning & Evening)" reminds us that even when facing those who wish us harm, God can redeem those situations. Knowing that He can "turn it for good" gives us the strength to extend love instead of hate.
Popular on Spotify Frequently Covered 2. Benediction
By for KING & COUNTRY
Why this song?
"Benediction" serves as a prayerful commitment to embody Christ's radical love. Recognizing that God loves even those who oppose Him compels us toward selflessness, prompting us to say, "I'll love them as myself." It's a gentle but firm call to action.
Popular on Spotify 3. Jericho (Live)
By Victory House Worship
Why this song?
"Jericho (Live)" reframes how we perceive opposition, suggesting that even our "enemies" are part of God's plan for deliverance. When we "march around our enemies" in faith and praise, we trust that God will dismantle the barriers between us and them, opening the path for reconciliation.
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4. Wounded
By David Walker
Why this song?
"Wounded" acknowledges that we all share the experience of being hurt, making it easier to grasp the potential for reconciliation. The song invites us to actively seek God's help so we might truly "love those who've hurt us" and extend the mercy we ourselves have received.
5. Fearless
By Bethany Music
Why this song?
"Fearless" reminds us that dwelling in Christ changes our posture toward those who oppose us. Recognizing that "we overcome" through His power transforms our fear into courage, allowing us to approach even our enemies with the love and strength He provides.
6. Put On Love
By Maverick City Music
Why this song?
"Put On Love" reminds us that loving our enemies isn't a natural reaction, but a deliberate choice empowered by Christ. It serves as a prayer for divine assistance, asking God to truly "help me love my enemies" as we intentionally clothe ourselves in His compassion.
7. War
By Union Creative
Why this song?
"War" encourages us to actively pursue reconciliation even amidst conflict. The declaration "I will fight for love" becomes a powerful commitment to choose compassion over retaliation, seeking to overcome hatred with Christ's all-encompassing grace.
8. Merciful Father
By Matt Redman
Why this song?
"Merciful Father" lays bare our shortcomings in love and acknowledges our failures to embody compassion. It then pivots toward the hope found in repentance and His character, inviting us to actively embrace the potential to truly love our neighbor as ourselves.
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