“And as you wish that others would do to you, do so to them.” -Luke 6:31

Every now and again, we think we would give better advice than Jesus. Here he is telling his followers to love their enemies and do to others as we would have them do to us. The golden rule. Boy, that is rich! Can't we just use people for our gain and pour hot oil on our enemies? Can't we just have victory instead of being door mats?

But Jesus actually has the better way, and he empowers us to live in it. In fact, he became the cosmic doormat so that you could love with an uncommon love. So that you could see the image your haters bear and be gracious to them. So that you could treat others how you wish to be treated—with courtesy, kindness, and care.

It seems a hefty burden to even remember that I can treat people differently; but Jesus took on the cross for you, are you are now free to live the golden rule.

Today, be reminded as you read the Word to live differently, to live out the love you have received in Christ. Be reminded again of Jesus' unwavering goodness toward you, his love for you, and his power to love the haters.

Let this goodness fill you that some of it might spill out on others today, for Christ's glory!