How can I hope to resolve conflict with an enemy?

Matthew 5:43-45“You have heard the law that says, ‘Love your neighbor’ and hate your enemy. But I say, love your enemies! Pray for those who persecute you! In that way, you will be acting as true children of your Father in heaven. For he gives his sunlight to both the evil and the good, and he sends rain on the just and the unjust alike.”

Human nature wants to love friends and hate enemies. But Jesus brought a new order that adds a divine perspective—the only way to resolve some conflicts is to reach out in love to your enemy. This kind of love has proven to eliminate some enemies by turning them into friends.