7 Ways to Love Your Family When You Disagree Politically
- Whitney Hopler Crosswalk.com Contributing Writer
- Published Sep 19, 2024
In today's polarized world, political differences often create significant family divides. You may be stressed by conversations at the dinner table or by what your family posts on social media if they're pushing political candidates or agendas you don't support yourself. Differing political views can feel like insurmountable obstacles to family unity. However, God's love is much greater than political opinions. God – who far transcends the politics of any place and time in history – calls you to love others unconditionally.
Jesus says that the two greatest commandments are to love God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength and to love your neighbors as yourself (Mark 12:30-31). These commandments apply equally to your family members, regardless of their political affiliations. Loving your family through political disagreements is not just about maintaining peace; it's about living out your faith in a way that honors God and reflects his love to others. Download the PDF below to read seven ways you can love your family even when you disagree politically.
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