Greetings people!
So last week my husband and I got a phone call from a couple of our friends who are at college... They seemed pretty down and not themselves. They proceeded to tell us that they were dealing with some racism from some students at school, but doing their best to stay positive and trust the Lord.
It has been on my mind ever since... so I want to take this time to talk to those fools I mean "Christians" who hurt my friends.
I'm not sure if you got the memo but racism isn't godly, and sometimes it hurts people so deep that only God can touch those wounds you have caused.
Did you forget that pride is on God's top hate list. Pride is what causes someone to be racist. Pride thinks it's better than someone else. Your pride is what enables you to think you're somebody when really you're nobody. It's sad that someone who is saved and knows Christ love can treat someone else like that. Did you forget who your Father is?
Galatians 3:28 Says were ONE in Christ
John 7:24 Reminds us to not judge by the appearance
1 John 2:9 Says that if we say were of the light but hate our brother, were really are still in darkness
John 13:34 Commands us to love one another as Jesus has loved us
1 Sam 16:7 God tells Samuel that he doesn't look on the outward but He looks at the heart
I could go on and on and on. Racism is a generational curse passed down from one to another. There is only ONE race. The human race! All human beings are created in the image of God. So you think your image is better because it's white or black or something else? That is so stupid! God does not show partiality or favoritism and neither should we. What about Eph 4:32 where God tells us to be kind and tenderhearted towards one another? Ohhh yea I forgot I can only do that if you are the same color as me. Again, stupid. What kind of God do you serve? My God is loving, kind, and compassionate and He gave His precious Son's life for everyone. So next time you think a little more highly of yourself then you ought, CHECK YOURSELF BEFORE GOD HAS TOO!
And since were on the issue of racism, I mid as well touch on a little interracial dating! Pull up a seat, and make yourself comfortable! This is one of those topics nobody wants to address! Here are some things I hear about it...
1. Why can't people just stick with their own race? Oh the human race?
2. I don't care if other people do it, just not for my kids? Oh that's right because you wouldn't want to tarnish your family pictures with something that looks different and surely we don't want to disappoint all your older racist relatives! No no!
3. Red and yellow black and white we are all precious in His sight!! Yea until that yellow wants to date your daughter or son and now you're singing a different tune.
(My Favorite one) 4. You won't reach your full potential for God! That is very true because Moses wasn't used much...hmmm. And you won't reach your full potential when YOU are doing the work and not God!
5. It's so hard on the children! Yes sometimes it can be... cause people like you whose mind has been blinded by satan.
6. I just don't think it's right! Why? Cause your racist parents taught you that growing up.
7. My church members don't agree with it! Job 32:9 Great men are not always wise.
8. It's okay to fellowship with other races! Oh yea we can sit next to each other in the pews but don't build a relationship with one another now that would just be wrong! GET A CLUE!
God loves all people, so shouldn't we?
It is very sad that some people are so blinded by the racism of previous generations and their own ignorance. My grandma thought it would be ok to sit my husband down and give him a lecture on the sins of interracial marriage and how wrong our union was....sadly for her, she may never get to meet our children. My husband will not subject children to THAT kind of behavior! That behavior is not "Christian" at all. Needless to say, she did not "win him over" but instead built a wall that she may never be able to tear down.
ReplyDeleteAs long as the "mate" my children choose is a godly, respectful, and loving person, they can be PURPLE WITH BLUE POLKA DOTS for all I care! The heart, mind, and soul should be the only thing examined- not the color of ones skin.
Wow, I'm sorry you had to deal with that. It's not fun, I know. Their ignorance doesn't allow them to see the actual person! I love that you said purple with blue polka dots! Haha. That made me laugh, because that's how it should be. Don't you want someone who is going to treat your child or family member with love and respect, and loves the Lord? Who cares if they are a couple shades darker or lighter than me! Thanks for reading!
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