We must recognize that beyond our differences we have a greater unity in the Spirit through the bond of peace. Christians are called to hate sin. Sin is separation from God. Sins are those actions or attitudes that show our separation from God. Even when people are involved in sins, we are not to hate the individual, we are to hate the action and love the individual.
Racism is a terrible evil in our society because it shows a hatred of a group of people.
We must continue to hate racism and fight against the evil it represents, but we must also guard against hating racists ourselves. If we don't, we end up becoming the very thing that we profess to hate. Lord, I confess that I have sinned by lacking gentleness and grace when confronted by people who show hatred. I pray that my life might show the forgiveness and compassion of Jesus Christ towards others, and that my example might help others to live without hate. I pray in the name of Jesus Christ, amen.