The law is written in equality, but is not exercised in equality. As imperfect humans, the best we can expect is to exercise the law, mutually.
We can be kind to each other. However, it is doubtful that we will be equally kind, but we most certainly can be mutually kind to each other.
Equality is a noble goal, mutuality is an obtainable goal. Hate begets hate, love begets love. In the New Testament “Love” is used quite often, and quite poorly. Love in the New Testament is better and more appropriately defined as “charity”. This is, to give without an expectation of a return. Kindness is the simplest form of this “charity” or love.
The
Golden Rule (Matt 7:12) exemplifies this love. Although this also brings Karma
into the equation. Be good, or else. 1 Cor. 13 expands upon The Golden Rule and
brings it into better focus. The focus of kindness/charity.
I think Matt 25:35-45 could be the best example of this kindness, love, charity. It rightly expresses, How you treat others is for the Glory of God, not for your Glory. This is a mutual kindness, not equal. Yet, this is the kind of kindness that can bring about equality. Not lawful equality, but, practiced equality. Real day to day equality.
Kindness is the simplest form of love. By being kind to one another we can bring about equality, a different kind of equality. The type of equality only we as a people can create. For equality isn’t a law brought down upon us from a government. It’s a law of God that must come from our hearts and souls and be extended to one another.
The laws have been written. And they help, but they don’t and can’t change the hearts of people. Acts of kindness, can and do. These acts of love bring about an internal change and a respect for others. Acts of kindness change an individual’s soul. A community’s soul, a state’s soul, a nation’s soul.
Hate is strong, but it has to be fed. Kindness is the fuel that feeds our souls and starves hatred. Hate begets hate, Love begets Love. Charity is the path of our salvation. Hate the path to our demise.
May the peace of Christ fill you hearts and Love of God fill your soul.
David E. Gonzales
