Article August 25, 1973 Issue

Love Everyone?

RICHARD C. BERGENHEIM

Is it really possible to love everyone? Yes, but only if we understand the divine law involved: that God's love for His universe and man is universal, all-inclusive.

Experience throws individuals together in many and varied situations. At times, friends, strangers, co-workers, and families can find themselves frustrated, irritated, or perturbed by each other. And they may be tempted to ask, Why must I love my neighbor if he doesn't love me?

"Human hate has no legitimate mandate and no kingdom. Love is enthroned,"^{Science and Health, p. 454;} Mary Baker Eddy writes in the Christian Science textbook, Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures.