WHY DO YOU HATE ME WE ARE THE SAME

Foolish interpretations of the Bible have created the misconception that God approves of racism and slavery, so not true.  God commands us to "judge not by appearance, but judge by right judgment." 1Corinhians 12:13 For we were all baptized by one Spirit to form one body whether Jews or Gentiles, slave or free, and we were all given the one Spirit to drink. 1 John 2:11 anyone who hates a brother or sister is in the darkness and walks around in the darkness. They do not know where they are going because the darkness has blinded them.

Let's first define our term. Racism is about making quick judgments on the characteristics of a race to rate them as inferior or superior, demonstrating partiality or bias. Racism is a problem we can't ignore or run away from. It's an issue today, and it was an issue throughout history, including when the Bible was written.

Father, help us realize that You care how we treat each other because we're all created in Your image, and You make no distinction between the inherent value of one race or ethnicity over another.  Lord, touch the hearts and minds of those that are racist and enable them to care about people regardless of their ethnicity, nationality, and social status.  Father, thank You for not showing favoritism but accepting the people who fear You and do what is suitable for every nation.  Lord, help us understand that we were all baptized by one Spirit to form one body, whether Jews or Gentiles, slave or free, and we were all given the one Spirit, in Jesus' name Amen.