It’s almost impossible to ignore the division we face in our world today. Despite my best efforts — turning off the TV, avoiding political discussions, steering clear of angry interactions, and keeping my opinions to myself — I still find myself drawn into conversations I’d rather avoid.
I don’t have a solution for the world’s problems, but I can choose how I spend my time on this planet. I’m choosing to focus on my own healing. I want to work on forgiving those who cause pain, knowing that division is a tool the dark side uses to pit brothers against brothers, husbands against wives, neighbors against neighbors, and coworkers against one another.
Some people mistakenly believe this division is something new, forgetting our country’s turbulent beginnings and the battles over freedom and slavery. Even further back in history, early believers were killed for following a rebel who challenged the status quo and unsettled the authorities. Remember that man? Jesus. His ways are not our ways, and following Him isn’t always easy.
For the next six weeks, I’m committing to doing my best to follow His ways — even if it adds to the division in the world. I’m doing it anyway. And if you catch me complaining, please remind me of today’s story.
How about you? Maybe today is a good day to step away from the division. Wishing you peace and a great day ahead.
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