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How do we know that God's love extends to those considered enemies?

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God's love extends to His enemies by demonstrating grace and salvation even to the worst sinners, as illustrated in Isaiah 19.

In Isaiah 19, we see a remarkable truth: God’s grace can reach those who have stood as His enemies, including the people of Egypt. The Lord states that He will smite and heal Egypt, illustrating that even sinners who have rebelled against Him are not beyond His reach. This theme is consistent with the characterization of God's mercy throughout Scripture, where individuals who seem farthest from grace are those to whom He reveals His saving power. Hebrews 12:6 reiterates that the Lord disciplines those He loves, which shows His active engagement in the lives of those who previously stood opposed to Him. His sovereign grace transforms enemies into His children, highlighting the depth of His love.
Scripture References: Isaiah 19, Hebrews 12:6

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Smitten & Healed
Tim James · Jan 7, 2012
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