Let’s rewind from name-calling. It’s time to be kind to each other.

You have the right to disapprove of my lifestyle and my beliefs about morality and religion. I respect your right to disagree with my attitude and my actions. I will nonetheless be kind to you and honor you as a fellow human being made in the image of God.

However, if you disapprove of the choices and lifestyles promoted by the “radical left,” there’s a good chance they will call you a “hater.” If you disagree with the arrogant attitude and actions of the “self-righteous right,” they are likely to call you a “socialist” or a “communist.” If you do both, both sides will insult you.

The results of insults are even more insults that produce more and more divisiveness, disdain, and anger. Ever-increasing insults will eventually lead to violence.

Love and kindness are the answer. That’s why Jesus commanded us to “Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.” (Luke 6:27-28)

That’s why the Bible says: “If your enemy is hungry, feed him. If he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head. Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” (Romans 12:20-21)

Search the Bible and begin to experience Christianity as described in its pages. Avoid churchianity, trumpianity, and liberalanity.