23Apr
Think of it, just three months ago, most of us had never heard of “shelter at home” orders. Today, we are about six weeks into experiencing “social distancing.” Data comes at us faster than we can process. Conspiracy theories abound regarding the source and treatment of the Novelle Corona Virus. Monitoring the progress on our favorite news outlet is arguably addictive and leans heavily toward depressing.
However, God has made humanity quite resilient. More and more stories surface of acts of kindness, sacrifice, and love toward each other in this unprecedented experience. Friends helping and encouraging one another lift our spirits and draw us. Friendships in action are the pearls of great price hidden in the landscape of life. (Matt. 13:46) When we discover it, we invest heavily in having access to the treasure of true friendship.
Under the steady pressure of our battle with the unseen enemy producing COVID19, we trample the treasured friendships found at home underfoot. (Matt. 7:6) Unconsciously, we hold to double standards in our interactions. We treat virtual strangers with more grace and patience than our own family. We must value relationships with family above all other human interactions. If I see my family as intrinsically valuable, I will treat them with kindness and generosity. If blinded to their fundamental value, the treasure of their love can be lost.
“A brother [family member] wronged is more unyielding than a fortified city; disputes are like the barred gates of a citadel.” (Prov.18:19 NIV)
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