How does God’s character as revealed here remind us to be gracious and forgiving?

In all honesty, what is/are your immediate reaction/s to the words of Jesus to His followers to love their enemies?

Whom are we imitating when we love our enemies? Why?

What title does Jesus give to those who love their enemies? Why?

How does Jesus explain the differences between His followers and those He calls “sinners”?

Jesus teaches about what has become known as “The Golden Rule”. Why is treating others as you wish to be treated called “The Golden Rule”?

Jesus speaks of revolutionary deeds (“do good to those who hate you” and “give to everyone who asks you”), revolutionary words (“bless those who curse you”), and revolutionary prayers (“pray for those who abuse you”). How do these illustrate the new way of living that He teaches His followers?

What was the different woe for each of these four groups?

Woe would be to which four groups that Jesus singled out?

What response did Jesus encourage His disciples to have when they faced hardships because of Him? Why?