Can You Respect Someone Without Respecting What They Believe?

Do you respect someone only for what they do  or they stand up for what they believe?  Sometimes I find it difficult to listen to someone that I totally disagree with. ? Do you, with me, wonder what the best response is to someone who is disrespectful?  And, when is enough  enough? What is respect?  […]

Companions

Check your companions—        Are they what they seem? Act kind and gentle? BUT, actually MEAN? Of  Jesus’ apostles— Eleven were great! Judas was Evil I’m sad to relate. Some folks are deceiving— Act like they’re kind, But in reality, Is it just a design? Were principles bent?Did you think—“So What???” Does it […]

Why Is It So Hard to Respect People Who Believe Differently Than We Do?

Do you know family or friends who are divided because of their beliefs? I do. When they get together, is there an underlying tension? Is there an obvious lack of regard for each other’s opinions or judgment? Do you avoid certain topics to keep from offending others or simply to avoid conflict? Why is it […]