05/28/2026
What would change if we slowed down long enough to really think about who we’ve been moving away from or avoiding?
Maybe the people we’ve judged too quickly.
Maybe the conversations we’ve already made assumptions about.
Maybe the people we’ve listened to the least.
The culture of the world tells us to protect our comfort, stay in our circles, and make quick judgments. But the culture of the cross always moves toward people.
Jesus listened before labeling. He moved toward the overlooked, the misunderstood, and the broken. Maybe we’re called to do the same.
Before assuming, listen.
Before judging, ask questions.
Before distancing yourself, move closer with compassion.
