Biblical Answer

The Bible teaches that love is the supreme commandment, as stated in Matthew 22:37-40. Jesus replied, "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: Love your neighbor as yourself." (NIV) This commandment is paramount, and it is the foundation upon which all other commands are built. When the world is against us, we must prioritize love, especially love for God. This love is not a feeling, but a commitment to obey God's commands and to seek His will above all else. When our love for God is genuine, it will naturally overflow to our love for others, including our neighbors and those who are against us.

The Bible also teaches that there are different types of love, including agape love, which is selfless and sacrificial. This type of love is not based on feelings or circumstances, but on a commitment to put the needs of others before our own. In fact, the Bible teaches that we are designed to love others, and that our desire to be loved is a measure of how we should love others. (1 John 4:7-8) When we prioritize love, we will be more willing to put the needs of others before our own, even when the world is against us. This is not always easy, but it is the will of God, and it is the key to living a life that reflects the character of Christ.

When we prioritize love, we will be more effective in our witness to the world. When we love others, even when they are against us, we demonstrate the love of Christ in a powerful way. This love is not a tactic or a strategy, but a way of life. It is the key to breaking down barriers and building relationships with those who do not know Christ. When we prioritize love, we will be more effective in our evangelism and discipleship, and we will be more likely to see people come to know Christ. Ultimately, the priority of love is the key to living a life that reflects the character of Christ, and it is the key to fulfilling the Great Commission. (Matthew 28:18-20)