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ScriptureJames 2:1¹ My brothers and sisters, believers in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ must not show favoritism.Observation“The book of James is full of practical wisdom for everyday living.  Genuine faith will manifest itself in righteous acts that come out of a pure heart.  This study will take a close look at how our faith is worked out in everyday life by understanding the principles of godly wisdom.”    https://bible.org/series/living-what-you-believe-study-through-book-jamesUnderstanding

“In this chapter the apostle condemns a sinful regarding of the rich, and despising the poor, which he imputes to partiality and injustice, and shows it to be an acting contrary to God, who has chosen the poor, and whose interest is often persecuted, and his name blasphemed, by the rich (v. 1-7).”

https://www.biblestudytools.com/commentaries/matthew-henry-complete/james/2.htmlHow often do we make snap judgments?  See people a certain way just because of where they live, how they live, how they look, how they speak, etc. About a year ago, I remember sitting on a plane.  I spent the entire plane ride sitting next to a guy who’s look made reminded me of people I knew that were hard drug users.  I didn’t avoid talking to him; but I didn’t engage with him either.  Towards the end of the plane ride something caused us to begin a conversation.  I learned that he was a yoga instructor that teaches yoga and meditation in jails as part of non-profit or business…and I really enjoyed our conversation.  He gave me tips about best yoga and meditation for the kids.  Shared some cool stories. I walked off the plane a little ashamed of myself.  I had judged the book by its cover, so to speak.  But it was a learning lesson…to be conscious of how I view people. Life ApplicationWhat if we were to see EVERYone as valuable creations of God?...and treat them that way. <3  God, thank you for leaving the 99 to chase after me.  Thank you for your heart for the lost.  May I see each person I meet today through your eyes and share your love with them.In your name, I pray. Amen!- ReiTo check out the discussion or to join in click here.