Red and Yellow, Black and White, They are Precious in His Sight
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“with your blood you purchased for God
persons from every tribe and language and people and nation.
You have made them to be a kingdom and priests to serve our God,
and they will reign on the earth.” Revelation 5:9-10 NIV
I’m a fan of the Enneagram—an ancient personality profile with nine distinct types. While the Enneagram has helped me understand myself, it has also helped me understand others. When I need to approach one of my kids, I review their number so I can see the issue from their point of view.
How I wish I had a similar tool to help me understand my brothers and sisters of color. I adore you, my sisters, but I cannot comprehend the prejudice you’ve suffered. I wish I had a reference for your experience, but I don’t.
I love you.
I respect you. Your beauty. Your giftings. Our sisterhood in Christ.
I deplore how you have been treated. It’s unacceptable in any and every way prejudice and hatred has manifested, whether as an abuse of power or a demeaning comment.
I hurt with you.
How can I help?
I acknowledge my ignorance. I know my own story best. I learn yours when you honor me by sharing it. I’m okay with being uncomfortable. You don’t have to carry your pain alone.
I stand with you.
Father, help Your children to walk in unity.
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