Have you had your JOY JUICE today? It’s for everyone…no
matter who they are or stage of life! EVERYONE should “Taste and see that the LORD is
good!” (Psalm 34:8)
It’s not hard
to be nice to nice people! It’s a joy to
be around those who think like we do and enjoy the same kinds of things. BUT
what about those who are different? Is it as easy to love those who adopt
different beliefs or disagree about certain issues? What about that person who is continually rubbing
you the wrong way?
We must
remember that God has created each person. Our diversity is a gift from
Him….and though we may not have a lot in common with some people, if we will
allow God to control our heart, we can be bound together by His love.
Judson
Edwards wrote a “tongue in cheek” kind of poem that truly emphasizes the need
for diversity:
“If everyone was just like me…
The world
would sure be a better place to be.
There
would be no murder, for I’m not violent.
No stealing,
for I’m not a thief.
No
atheism, for I believe in God.
No
ignorance, for I’ve been to school.
If only the world was more like me…
Surely it
would be a better place to be.
OR WOULD IT?
For if
everyone was just like me…
There
would be no merry-go-rounds, for I get dizzy.
No
doctors, for I hate blood.
No
painters, for I’m color blind.
No
balloon riders, for I’m afraid of heights.
Come to think of it,
If the
world was just like me
It would
be an awfully boring place to be!”
Offer the JOY of the LORD to one and all…and thank the Lord for diversity!
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