Fear of the Enemy.

The Germans have a word - schandenfreude - which means rejoicing in the misfortune of others.

At first this seems an evil thing.

But at the root of it is fear of the enemy.

Fear that they will ruin our efforts to save the world, to establish God's reign on Earth.

And this can incite people to kill.

So pray for your enemies.

Pray that they overcome their fears.

And rejoice in the Love of God.

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