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Scripture
Remind them to be subject to rulers, to authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good deed, to malign no one, to be peaceable, gentle, showing every consideration for all men. Titus 3:1-2

Observation
Being human is a challenge. We live, work and play with those made in the image of God who are loved by a heavenly Father while we are made of dust and leave our fingerprints everywhere. Humans are not house flies to be brushed aside or stones to be kicked away. Sons of Adam and daughters of Eve have will last and be loved forever.

Each person matters enough to God to be called “my child”. So as we are doing life we do so with incredibly precious people.

Because we will last and are loved forever, we are called to deeply respect one another. We need to look for evidence of Christ in others. We need to identify the anointing of others. We need to listen carefully, speak thoughtfully and move circumspectly. If we are to cherish each other as sons and daughters of God, there must be deep respect for each human and the work that person is given to do.

Application
Our lives are not to run over others but to compliment them. That’s where the challenge comes. The only hope we have to work well together is to show “every consideration for all men.” We need to work in life with appreciation, awe and respect for the unique work and particular style of each human life. That respect is love in action.

Prayer
Father, heighten today my respect of others and bring my life to adjust to the call you have placed on their lives. Amen.