I had travelled to England on business and decided to spend a few days resting. I decided to do some shopping as well. I wanted Italian suits, but I didn’t know any store dedicated to Italian suits.
Our company lawyer called me to clarify some instruction. He was in England, too. On a whim, I asked him if he knew where I could get Italian suits. He replied that fortuitously, someone gave him a flyer in front of Selfridges. The flyer was from an Italian suit store. He gave me the address. I was on Oxford Street. The store was a walking distance. With family in tow, I went to the store and splurged a little.
On our way back, we passed in front of Selfridges. There was the man handing out the fliers. I put out my hand to receive one. He was about to give me, but then he looked at me and snatched it back. I moved on, but my brother-in-law felt offended. He asked that we go back and show the guy our shopping bags to teach him a Pretty Woman movie kind of lesson. I said, no. The lesson was for me. Like that Yoruba expression, “he will learn his own in front.” Meaning, in time, life will teach him the lesson.
I ruminated over the incident. One has to be careful in life. The guy you think is nothing may just be the one paying your salary. Don’t despise anyone.
I have come across that lesson countless times in the course of my life. It featured in how I met my wife.
But the principle goes back to that statement in the book of Hebrews: “Don’t forget to show hospitality to strangers, for some who have done this have entertained angels without realizing it!”
Be kind to everyone.
May the lessons from this story inspire you to treat everyone with kindness, respect, and dignity! Amen.
Have a blessed day!
Prayer Points Do Not Despise Anyone:
Lord Jesus Christ! Please help me see everyone through Your eyes, valuing each person’s worth and dignity in You! Amen.
(Genesis 1:27)
Lord Jesus Christ! Please give me compassion and empathy towards others, regardless of their background or circumstances, to God’s glory in Christ Jesus! Amen.
(Matthew 9:36)
Lord Jesus Christ! Please help me recognize the potential in everyone and encourage them! Amen.
(1 Thessalonians 5:11)
Lord Jesus Christ! Please forgive me for any pride or prejudice that leads me to despise others! Amen.
(1 Corinthians 4:7)
Lord Jesus Christ! Please grant me humility to learn from others, regardless of their status or position! Amen.
(Proverbs 1:7)
Bible Verses:
1. Matthew 25:40 – “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.'”
2. Luke 10:27 – “Love your neighbor as yourself.”
3. Romans 12:10 – “Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”
4. 1 Corinthians 12:22 – “On the contrary, those parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable.”
5. Galatians 3:28 – “There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.”
Additional Bible Verses:
- Proverbs 6:16-19 (Warning against despising others)
- Matthew 5:47 (Loving neighbors and enemies)
- Acts 10:34 (God shows no favoritism)
- James 2:1-13 (No partiality or prejudice)
- 1 Peter 2:17 (Honor all people)
Reflection Questions:
1. Who am I tempted to despise or overlook?
2. How can I show value and respect to everyone?
3. What biases or prejudices need to be addressed in my heart?
Action Points against Despising Anyone:
1. Volunteer to serve the marginalized or underprivileged.
2. Listen actively to someone from a different background.
3. Offer encouragement to someone struggling.
4. Pray for those you tend to despise or struggle with.
5. Seek diverse perspectives and friendships.
May these prayer points and Bible verses guide you to value and respect every individual, recognizing their worth and dignity in Christ Jesus! Amen.
May God bless you with a heart of compassion, empathy, and understanding towards all people! Amen.
Thank You Jesus,
Salvation Prayers
If you don’t Know Jesus as your personal Lord and Saviour and would like to accept him into your life as your personal Lord and Saviour, Please say this prayer:
Father, I know that I have broken your laws and my sins have separated me from You. I am truly sorry, and now I want to turn away from my past sinful life toward You. Please forgive me, and help me avoid sinning again. I believe that Your son, Jesus Christ died for my sins, was resurrected from the dead, is alive, and hears my prayer. I invite Jesus to become the Lord of my life, to rule and reign in my heart from this day forward. Please send Your Holy Spirit to help me obey You, and to do Your Will for the rest of my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.
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