whoever loves the lord should hate evil because God protects his faithful disciples and rescues them from the wicked.
it's important, I would say, to understand that God doesnt necessarily shield us completely from contact or suffering by the hands of the wicked. but rather, he saves and brings us out from those difficult times. he uses those difficult times to grow us in our faith and invoke a reliance on him. but he doesn't cause those obstacles to arise and tempt stumbling or struggle. but when struggle arises, he simply maximizes the beneficial potential of an otherwise unfortunate roadblock.
do I hate evil enough? I must say... that I don't. a stronger reaction in defense of my beliefs is clearly required. it's not good enough to take the side of caution in order to avoid causing friction. on fact, avoiding friction is probably the worst thing possible. it's much better to make your name known strongly albeit politely--and to be sure my position and your truth are clear in the matter. next time, he spouts liberal ridiculousness I know how to respond....
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