Tolerance
does not come easy for some folks. In fact, tolerance may require total
transformation by God’s redemption. An indication of spiritual transformation signals
a change from being an enemy of God to becoming his friend. This makes way for developing
new values that are compatible with God's values.
God's transforming power replaces a
closed-minded attitude with an open mind that includes God’s love and purpose
for ourselves and others. What seemed hopeless becomes possible because with God’s
gift of tolerance we have peace and a developing attitude of confidence. Peace
produces compatibility with God and a partnership with him to do his work in
the world.
Tolerance
gives evidence of a deepening love for God, a healthy love for others and an adequate
love for self. It also produces a framework of personal conduct that affects
the lives of others and encourages them to enter the Kingdom of God through
faith in Christ Jesus. Sounds challenging, but exciting.
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