Love your Enemies--a living example from Egypt's Christians

As the world has observed much political change in Egypt over the last couple of years especially, the story of Egypt’s Coptic Christian minority has not always been told. Amid the country’s upheaval, the Egyptian Christian story has been one of suffering and violence. However, in this music video developed by Coptic Christians, it is also a story of forgiveness, loving one’s enemies, and an enduring hope in the power and goodness of God despite suffering. Jesus said, “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you” (Matt. 5:43-44 ESV). Through this worship video, the Egyptian church has shown itself a living example of our Lord’s teachings.

What can the global church learn from the Egyptian church?