Since I have been walking with God, I have had many mutually caring encounters and relationships with other believers (and non) of many races and colors. We may not be of the same color and race, but we are of the SAME heart. That, in the end, is what really matters. Race relations are strained in our nation. The focus seems to be on our differences and I believe that new laws and regulations, much like mere words to change one’s perspective, will not be the long term answer. God says in 1 Samuel 16:7, “Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” The change in me started by allowing God to change my heart. Now I see everyone as part of, “God’s race.” Do you believe that if everyone’s heart was changed that there would be no division? Has it started with YOUR heart? Something to think about…
Don’t try this at home. A blonde made several attempts to sell her old car. She was having a lot of problems finding a buyer because the car had 340,000 miles on it. She discussed her problem with a brunette that she worked with who suggested, “There may be a chance to sell that car easier, but it’s not going to be legal.” “That doesn’t matter at all,” replied the blonde. “All that matters it that I am able to sell this car.” “Alright,” replied the brunette. In a quiet voice she said: “Here is the address of a friend of mine. He owns a car repair shop around here. Tell him I sent you, and he will turn the counter back on your car to 40,000 miles. Then it shouldn’t be a problem to sell your car.” The following weekend, the blonde took a trip to the mechanic. About a month after that, the brunette saw the blonde and asked, “Did you sell your car?” “No!” replied the blonde. “Why should I? It only has 40,000 miles on it.”
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