Hatred stirs up conflict, but love over all wrongs.
—Proverbs 10:12
There’s no question that we still face racial tension in our nation. Often, it’s blown far out of proportion by the media, but it’s important to know that there are some real instances of this problem. We Christians should never practice racial ideas, and we should do what we can to diffuse them when they come from other people.
Being racist goes against the Bible. Jesus didn’t come and die on the cross to save only a certain group of people. He gave His life so that anyone who believes
can have eternal life. He loves each and every one of us. No one person can gain more favor in His eyes than another. God doesn’t play favorites either, and He doesn’t care about our skin color or accent. Why should He, when He is the one who created our differences?
To combat racial tension, we must first remove it from our own hearts. We have to accept the fact that we are the same in God’s eyes and that His grace is designed to fit anyone. Once we purify our own beliefs, we can begin ministering to others through love. Even the smallest acts of kindness can go a long way.
Today, make sure your heart is clean of any racist feelings. Give those emotions over to God, and let Him fill the space with love and acceptance instead. Also, take the time today to love someone who is a different race. It could be something as simple as a smile in passing or something more powerful like praying together. Reach out into the world with an open heart and open arms.
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