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Why Should Christians Love and Forgive Their Enemies If God Will Judge Them?

In this theologically rich response, Pastor Mike addresses a deep and often confusing question: Why are Christians commanded to love and forgive their enemies if God Himself will ultimately judge His enemies? Drawing from Matthew 5, Romans 12, and the doctrine of divine justice, Pastor Mike explains the crucial distinction between human forgiveness and divine judgment. Believers are called to release personal vengeance and extend mercy now, while entrusting justice entirely to God—who will either satisfy justice at the cross or in final judgment. This teaching clarifies common misunderstandings about forgiveness, grace, election, and God’s patience toward sinners, offering a solid biblical foundation for loving enemies without denying God’s holiness or justice.

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About Ask Pastor Mike Live

Focal Point is the Bible teaching ministry of author and pastor Mike Fabarez. Focal Point explores and proclaims the depths of Scripture on its daily radio broadcast and is dedicated to clearly explaining the truth of God’s Word.

About Pastor Mike Fabarez

Mike Fabarez is the founding pastor of Compass Bible Church in South Orange County, California and has been in pastoral ministry for more than 30 years. He is committed to clearly communicating God’s word verse-by-verse and encourages his listeners to apply what they have learned to their daily lives.

Pastor Mike is a graduate of Moody Bible Institute, Talbot School of Theology (M.A.) and Westminster Theological Seminary in California (D.Min.).

Mike is heard on hundreds of radio programs across the country on the Focal Point radio program and has authored several books, including Raising Men Not Boys, Lifelines for Tough Times, Preaching That Changes Lives, Getting It Right, Praying for Sunday, and Why the Bible?

Mike and his wife, Carlynn, reside in Laguna Hills, California and they have three children, Matthew, John and Stephanie.

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