Today, the divisiveness of religion and politics has spilled into the marketplace in a dramatic fashion. And while the world fights and bickers and sanctions one another economically, Christians are caught up in the flood and the frenzy. And Paul's prayer for unity pierces through all the noise and calls our attention to the importance of being of one mind. But how do we do that with such different beliefs? We do that by respecting one another, agreeing to disagree, and by seeking to build on that which we share in common: a love for God, and accordingly, a love for each other. Resist throwing stones at one another when you don't like what someone says. Instead, share your perspective and extend the hand of friendship despite your differences. Sometimes it takes years to work them out. Those years don't have to be filled with anger, hatred, and war. There is another way... the Way, the Truth, and the Life.
Readings: 2 Chronicles 30:1-31:21; Romans 15:1-22; Psalm 25:1-15; Proverbs 20:13-15
