"But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not look on his appearance or on the height of his stature, because I have rejected him. For the Lord sees not as man sees: man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart.” 1 Samuel 16:7
In light of recent events, i have searched the Bible all weekend, regarding what God says about skin color... its importance or significance, what color is superior or more desirable or holier. It appears to me, God's view on the color of our skin or anything regarding our outward appearance is IT DOES NOT MATTER; He has no interest in our outward differences.
"There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus." Galatians 3:28
"So Peter opened his mouth and said: “Truly I understand that God shows no partiality..." Acts 10:24
"And He made from one man every nation of mankind to live on all the face of the earth..." Acts 17:26
What matters to God is our heart. Period.
If you find anything different, let me know.
"Do not judge by appearances, but judge with right judgment.” John 7:24
Prayers for all who are subjected to injustice, hatred or discrimination due to the color of their skin. Prayers for all with closed-minded hearts and in need of the Physician. Knowing anyone lives with fears of prejudices is sickening. It makes me want to peel off my white skin and be colorless. Until we are more like Jesus seeing, the tears will not slow down. Oh, how He must cry over the ignorance, arrogance and pride in our lands. Father, help us to see others with Your Eyes, so You may bring healing in our hurting lands.
"After this I looked, and there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne and before the Lamb." Revelations 7:9
we are ALL loved and chosen by God,
may we live like we believe it,
veneal
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