A strange thing happened this past weekend and one that I believe should teach the church something about relationships. I went to my high school reunion -- 30 years. All the common things -- wonderful to see people you haven't seen in years, discussion over the changes -- and then there was this -- an instant connection because of a shared experience.
In the room where strong Christians (a pastor - me; and a doctor who actually tried to disciple me in High School), atheists, far right and far left, married, single, shacking and gay people, pro health care and anti health care, tea-totalers and drinkers - etc, etc -- much diversity for 23 people.... and it was community.
Our shared experience overwhelmed the differences and we had great joy, friendship, and fun. We GOT ALONG and regreted when the time ended - hung around and spoke -- etc
Why is it that Christians who have the shared experience of Jesus Christ and salvation cannot have that kind of relationships -- we let so much divide us and seperate us -
we sing about the great reunion day in heaven - can't we experience a hint of it here.
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