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What God Calls Wisdom

For He is our peace, who hath made both one, and hath broken down the middle wall of partition between us.  Ephesians 2:14

 

Some time ago, a university professor was quoted as saying, "There are two things that will never be solved---the problems of race and war." Perhaps he was right; only time will tell.

Admittedly, however, the Bible gives us little reason for optimism about any lasting solution to these problems. The reason? Both racism and war have their origin in the pride and covetousness of the human heart. Until our hearts are changed, we will fall back into the same destructive sins.

That doesn't mean we throw up our hands in despair and refuse to do anything about war or racism---not at all! The Bible calls Christ the "Prince of Peace" (Isaiah 9:6). He shattered the prejudices of His day by reaching out to those of another race, and He expects no less of us.

The object of the cross is not only pardon for our sins; it is also a changed life. Ask God to help you be an instrucment of His love to those around you.

From, HOPE for Each Day: Morning & Evening Devotions, by Billy Graham.