Christians: Do you hate Oscar Wilde?

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No.

Hate goes against all Christian principles.

Christians endeavor to love (agape) everyone.

English is a weak language for talking about different kinds of love. The Greek of the New Testament is much better:
• Eros: Romantic love
• Philia: Brotherly (or sisterly) love
• Storge: Parental love
• Agape: Godly love

Eros and philia are based on emotions and storge is almost an instinct.

But Agape is a decision to wish for the best for someone.

Christians are commanded to love (agape) their neighbors and enemies. This does not mean we have to like them or approve of their actions.

This love (agape) is almost impossible to do without God's help.

Do you love (agape) the terrorists who flew airplanes into the World Trade Center?

With love in Christ.

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I hope other Christians follow this philosophy.