Weirdos

Like it or not, we are different.

There is a distinct difference between those of the world an those of the way. There is a worldview, a fundamental difference between those who live for themselves and those who live for God.

At least there should be.

When Peter called us aliens, strangers in a strange land, he wasn’t kidding. We have a different perspective on how the world functions. We have a new view of our own nature. We have an eternal outlook that makes us cast long visions and never give up hope.

Ideally. But is this reality?

When we sear the name of Christ on my heart, it changes my level of compassion. It makes us value life and see creation in a different light. Suddenly, men and women and children who enter our lives are no longer burdens – they are people cherished so much by their Creator that they would be the recipients of an amazing gift. We love people just because He does.

But, I am hard on those who don’t seem to try on their own.

Blessed are we, when we are mocked and accused and spit upon for His name sake. Blessed are we when we are persecuted and dispised because we are called His own. When we stand tall and call ourselves His Children, we are not ashamed.

But in my actions, I am ashamed?

“God, I am so tired of fitting in. Help me to be a person who follows Your word, who lives your life. Help me be just a little bit weirder today.”