We are on a journey, and to safely reach our destination we must use a map. The Word of God is our Road Map and it will help us not only reach the destination safely, but it provides a way to help others begin their road journey as well. To continue on our road trip, we will need daily tolerance.
A vital element needed for the Church today is tolerance. No, not tolerance as the world dictates but Godly tolerance.
For Christians, knowing and understanding what it means to live a tolerant life is not about accepting the world’s view on tolerance--you have your truth and I have mine. It is about respecting and loving individuals and their right to their opinions, while continually seeking the truth ourselves.
Godly tolerance is neither embracing nor putting up with false ideas, rather Godly tolerance adheres to the traditional meaning of tolerance: it’s about how we treat people; not their ideas.
So how can Christians behave with Godly tolerance? Let's check the Road Map:
Romans 12:16~ “Live in harmony with one and other. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position.”
Romans 12:18~ “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.”
Ephesians 4:2~! “Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one and other in love.”
Ephesians 4:32~ “Be kind and compassionate to one and other, forgiving each other, just as Christ God forgave you.”
Galatians 6:10~ “Therefore, as we have the opportunity, let us do good to all people, …”
Do not travel your journey alone. Do not let love be just a thing (a noun) in your life, but allow love to be a dynamic action verb that you demonstrate beginning with Godly tolerance. Enjoy your journey and help as many folks as possible to begin their own!
A vital element needed for the Church today is tolerance. No, not tolerance as the world dictates but Godly tolerance.
For Christians, knowing and understanding what it means to live a tolerant life is not about accepting the world’s view on tolerance--you have your truth and I have mine. It is about respecting and loving individuals and their right to their opinions, while continually seeking the truth ourselves.
Godly tolerance is neither embracing nor putting up with false ideas, rather Godly tolerance adheres to the traditional meaning of tolerance: it’s about how we treat people; not their ideas.
So how can Christians behave with Godly tolerance? Let's check the Road Map:
Romans 12:16~ “Live in harmony with one and other. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position.”
Romans 12:18~ “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.”
Ephesians 4:2~! “Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one and other in love.”
Ephesians 4:32~ “Be kind and compassionate to one and other, forgiving each other, just as Christ God forgave you.”
Galatians 6:10~ “Therefore, as we have the opportunity, let us do good to all people, …”
Do not travel your journey alone. Do not let love be just a thing (a noun) in your life, but allow love to be a dynamic action verb that you demonstrate beginning with Godly tolerance. Enjoy your journey and help as many folks as possible to begin their own!
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