Self

As I’m sitting in church today I had something weighing on my heart. Wasn’t sure what it was at the time just a gnawing feeling. Something that I couldn’t put my finger on so I couldn’t get past it. Then as the Preacher started talking I realized the message was for me.

Today was all about living in a culture of compromise. We live in an ever changing culture where things are allowed even if they aren’t right. We are taught that good enough is good enough no matter if it’s right or wrong. Compromise is not necessarily a bad thing. It is a tool to build relationships, it is a way to find common ground, it has in many case prevented wars, saved lives, and changed the world.

We as a society are too willing to compromise our values for “the greater good”. We are quick to change our opinion or stance as to not offend someone. What I am waiting for is the time when all of this changing people are doing starts to offend themselves enough to stand up for their values. I’m not saying you never compromise I’m not saying you have to treat others a certain way because of their values. What I long for is a group of people who have the conviction to stand up for the things they believe in and the self worth to know their opinions and values are as important as others.

I am called to love people not to judge people. The amazing part about love is I can love you without agreeing with you. I don’t have to cater to your feelings and your desires to love you. I don’t have to put my values on hold or tip toe so I don’t offend you to love you. So if I have made you angry, offended you, or in some other way stepped on your toes let me finish with this. I can’t imagine this is the first time this probably won’t be the last time and most importantly I love you.