Who is my neighbour in the midst of war?
We have all been heartbroken by the plight of the Ukrainian people and moved to help. But what does it mean to love the ‘other side’ – the Russian people – in this moment?
Jesus is clear: after loving God, our greatest commandment is to love our neighbours (Mark 12:31). In the world today, where technology connects us globally, the neighbour Jesus refers to could be anyone, anywhere. Elsewhere in the gospels, Jesus says that God is even kind to the wicked and we should do the same (Luke 6:35).
Russia’s history and leadership has long made it seem like a difficult country to love from the outside – an enemy to many and a place steeped in darkness. However, we need to remember that... ...
The story of the good Samaritan shows us that our neighbour includes those who don’t share our political, religious or cultural beliefs.
Love Russia charity is doing some great work in-country to help the most vulnerable, and have been committed to loving orphans, destitute young people, and adults in crisis for the last 30... ...
Nina was neglected as a child. She ran away at 15, but to escape the streets began a relationship with a man 37 years her senior, who abused her for a decade. Now in her late 20s, she has found...
Vera was just a child when her dad killed her mum and injured her. The rest of Vera’s childhood was spent in an orphanage, where only her most basic needs were being met. Now an adult, she is... ...
Loving your neighbour can come in many forms; it could be prayer for individuals in your community or abroad, those experiencing hardship or civil unrest, or vulnerable families. Perhaps as well...
To find out more, head to the Love Russia website ...
