A Time to Hate
Hate. Such a dirty word “hate” has become. People hate even to hear the word “hate,” let alone to be accused of “hate” or “hate speech,” or to be described as “hateful.” And yet, King Solomon wrote that there is “a time to love, and a time to hate” (Eccl. 3:8). In fact, God commands us to hate. More on that in a moment. So hate is necessary. But what are we to hate? When is the time to hate? And how do we reconcile this with the fact that God also tells us His whole law is summed up in love (Mat. 22:37-40)? What God Hates The Bible lists a number of things that God hates, so let’s start there. Here’s Prov. 6:16-19: 16 These six things the LORD hates, yes, seven are an abomination to Him: 17 A proud look, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, 18 A heart that devises wicked plans, feet that are swift in running to evil, 19 A false witness who speaks lies, and one who sows discord among brethren. Not only does the Eternal hate these things, but He also describes them as ab...