Matthew 5:44 (NIV)

But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.

This verse from the Gospel of Matthew highlights the teaching of Jesus to love and pray for our enemies, even when they mistreat or harm us. It encourages us to respond to hatred with love and to extend forgiveness and compassion to those who may oppose us. By loving our enemies, we can transcend animosity and foster peace and reconciliation in our relationships. It reminds us of the transformative power of love and the potential to break the cycle of negativity and hostility.