One takeaway from this book that I noted is on the Scripture verse Philippians 4:6-7, where Joyce talks about how worry had stolen her peace and how this Scripture reminded her about keeping faith in God and to remain peaceful. Whatever your situation may be, God wants to help you love others as He loves you—even the ones who are hardest to love.

Nevertheless, reading it helped me realize that rather than a focus on others, the work needs to continue in me as I decide to do what is right, work to forgive others, and attempt to be more of a light rather than contribute to the darkness that is all around us. Her book Battlefield of the Mind has been a perennial bestseller, teaching people how to win the war in their minds and "think about what they think about. I’ve enjoyed so many of Joyce Meyer’s books, and although this one offers loads of wisdom and reveals why it’s hard to love some people, I didn’t really learn anything new. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice. A New York Times bestselling author, Joyce’s books have helped millions of people find hope and restoration through Jesus Christ.Because whatever the Lord commands us to do, He is going to give us the power of the Holy Spirit to accomplish it - and that includes loving and being good to difficult people! One of the things that I appreciate about Joyce Meyer’s writing is the fact that she shares from her heart and provides personal examples from her own life and experiences. I was able to glean some practical advice on how to love the people in my life that are somewhat difficult to love.

The world is facing a crisis of a lack of love and it’s filled with hatred, violence, we have no peace, no love, and angry is more present more now than ever before. However, the Bible commands us to love our enemies and forgive those who have wronged us, even when it feels impossible.And, always remember, love is so much more than a 'feeling', it is being kind and treating people the way we want to be treated.