Live in harmony with one another. Do not be haughty, but associate with the lowly. Never be wise in your own sight. Romans12:16 (ESV)
Everyone who is arrogant in heart is an abomination to the Lord; be assured, he will not go unpunished. Proverbs 16:5 (ESV)
And I will be a father to you, and you shall be sons and daughters to me, says the Lord Almighty.” 2 Corinthians 6:18 (ESV)
Elitism:
The attitude or behavior of a person or group who regard themselves as belonging to an elite.
Let’s do a check-in with ourselves, shall we? Do you find yourself looking down on others because they’re not of your race/ethnic/political group, your religion, how they dress, or have a different sexual orientation? Anytime we think less of someone, because they’re not in the category we feel they should be and, we feel as if we are far superior, this is projecting an elitist attitude.
God makes it clear in His Holy word that all of us are His sons and daughters. We have been made in His image, despite our physical attributes and our lifestyle choices. We all may not agree with the choices others have made regarding their lives and/or lifestyle however, that does not give anyone the right to look “down upon” or treat another with contempt, due to their choices. God made it clear in His word that we are not to judge. Judgment of another’s lifestyle choices (referring to non-criminal matters) is to be done by God, and not by another human being. As He stated in James 4:12: “There is only one lawgiver and judge, he who is able to save and to destroy. But who are you to judge your neighbor?”
If anyone suffers from an elitist mindset, seek to humble yourself and ask God to help you as you go about interacting with others. Remember, all of us on this planet are God’s children, and He expects us to treat one another as brothers and sisters.
Blessings,
Angélique
To contact: Angelique@21stcenturygodlyliving.com
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