It’s commonplace to identify differences with other people and maintain emotional distance. This behavior is a form of pre-judgementalism or ‘prejudice.’ I do not like to make the admission of prejudice. I take pride in possessing (what I think is) an open mind and a loving spirit toward all people. Is this self-perception really self-deception? I wonder how others perceive my approach-ability? Would they say I am inclusive, generally open and loving toward them? Some may not. That would be the true test of my prejudicial leanings... not what I wish to think about myself, but what others actually observe about me.
“He made no distinction between us and them,… No!”
“We believe it is through the grace of our Lord Jesus that we are saved, just as they are.”
Acts 15:9a, 11
