Competitors: Loving the Enemy

This video explains how the idea of “loving your enemy” connects to the Economy of Communion. It shows that love isn’t just personal, but that it can also shape how businesses operate. In the EoC model, businesses focus on relationships, fairness, and helping others, not just making the most profit. Loving your enemy in this context means choosing generosity and respect, even in competitive situations.

Discussion Questions

  1. How does the idea of loving your enemy change the way we think about competition in business?
  2. In what ways does the Economy of Communion challenge the typical profit-first mindset?
  3. Do you think businesses can realistically practice this kind of radical love? Why or why not?