The ignorant pursue sameness.
The LORD said to Moses, "See, I have called by name Bezalel the son of Uri, son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah, and I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with ability and intelligence, with knowledge and all craftsmanship, to devise artistic designs, to work in gold, silver, and bronze, in cutting stones for setting, and in carving wood, to work in every craft.”
Exodus 31:1-5 (ESV)
The Apostle Paul writes this in 1 Corinthians 12:27: "Now you are the body of Christ and individually members of it." From the beginning of time, God made each person unique. He created Adam and Eve unique in gender, and, no doubt, unique in gifts and abilities. Paul's comparison of each person being part of a body helps us grasp the importance of being unique, yet the same. Being one body means our unique talents and abilities have unfettered access to the brain or God.
When we look at an individual, we do not see individual parts; we see the whole. The toe and elbow may contribute to the wonderful performance of the entirety, but naturally blend into the whole. Trying to be the recognized or prominent part destroys the whole. Enjoying the roles and responsibilities God created us to use is a blessing.
In this world, there is no room or reason for jealousy or envy. Instead, we cheer each other on and hope and pray for the best. In this world, we celebrate diversity oneness, while enjoying the variety of gifts and talents.
The ignorant pursue sameness or equality, and the wise celebrate diversity in unity. It's the way it's meant to be.
Exodus 31:1-5 (ESV)
The Apostle Paul writes this in 1 Corinthians 12:27: "Now you are the body of Christ and individually members of it." From the beginning of time, God made each person unique. He created Adam and Eve unique in gender, and, no doubt, unique in gifts and abilities. Paul's comparison of each person being part of a body helps us grasp the importance of being unique, yet the same. Being one body means our unique talents and abilities have unfettered access to the brain or God.
When we look at an individual, we do not see individual parts; we see the whole. The toe and elbow may contribute to the wonderful performance of the entirety, but naturally blend into the whole. Trying to be the recognized or prominent part destroys the whole. Enjoying the roles and responsibilities God created us to use is a blessing.
In this world, there is no room or reason for jealousy or envy. Instead, we cheer each other on and hope and pray for the best. In this world, we celebrate diversity oneness, while enjoying the variety of gifts and talents.
The ignorant pursue sameness or equality, and the wise celebrate diversity in unity. It's the way it's meant to be.
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