The Golden Rule
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September 12, 1999

The Golden Rule

by Alistair Begg

Luke 6:31–35
 (ID: 2108)

The Golden Rule tells us to do unto others as we would have them do unto us. The Bible, however, disabuses us of the belief that we can fulfill this command in our own strength. As believers, we shouldn’t show love only to those who are like us, nor should we give only to those who can reciprocate. Instead, Alistair Begg teaches, God directs us to love our enemies and give to those who offer nothing in return.

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Alistair Begg
Alistair Begg is Senior Pastor at Parkside Church in Cleveland, Ohio, and the Bible teacher on Truth For Life, which is heard on the radio and online around the world.