E136: Navigating Conflict - Loving the Ones Who Hate You (A True Story)
From the safety of your own quiet time or small group Bible study, affirming Jesus' command to "love your enemies" is obviously the correct choice. Right? But what would you do if you actually had the chance to make a real-life enemy pay for the ways they'd wronged you?
Our guest this week, Brent Campbell, was faced with this exact decision. One day, during a summer workout for track, Brent was harassed by a group of fellow university students. After quietly absorbing the barrage of racist insults and death threats, Brent was left to decide... "How should I respond?" His decision might surprise you.
NOTE: Please be aware that this and the following episodes are marked "explicit". The story included here is uncensored and contains racist and vulgar language, threats of physical violence and death, and contemplated suicide. Please listen to the episode intro to hear more about why these elements were left in and be thoughtful about where and when you listen. Thank you.
988 Lifeline
Our guest this week, Brent Campbell, was faced with this exact decision. One day, during a summer workout for track, Brent was harassed by a group of fellow university students. After quietly absorbing the barrage of racist insults and death threats, Brent was left to decide... "How should I respond?" His decision might surprise you.
NOTE: Please be aware that this and the following episodes are marked "explicit". The story included here is uncensored and contains racist and vulgar language, threats of physical violence and death, and contemplated suicide. Please listen to the episode intro to hear more about why these elements were left in and be thoughtful about where and when you listen. Thank you.
988 Lifeline
- If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal ideation or self-harm, please call or text 988 immediately to get in touch with the national suicide and crisis lifeline.
- 988 Lifeline Website
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Creators and Guests
Host
Jon Steele
Jon Steele, a 2011 InterVarsity alumnus from Minnesota State Mankato, lives in Mankato, MN with his wife Kaitlynn and their two daughters. He’s been on staff with InterVarsity since 2012 and has been hosting After IV since its debut in 2020. He is also the producer and primary editor for the podcast. Jon enjoys gaming, reading, and leading worship at his church.
Guest
Brent Campbell
Brent Campbell is an InterVarsity alumnus and staff working with Church Partnerships and Evangelism.