And John answered and said, Master, we saw one casting out devils in thy name; and we forbad him, because he followeth not with us. And Jesus said unto him, Forbid him not: for he that is not against us is for us. Luke 9.49,50
Openness
The disciples wanted to exclude those who didn’t belong to their club. Jesus rejects their fear, their pride and their boundaries and opens the possibility of all sorts of partnerships.
Stop and Think
Why are we so quick to put boundaries around our groups - not least within the Church? Why the apparent need to exclude others?
What is your experience of exclusion and inclusion?
Choose to Act
Choose today to respond to others with openness - those who are not against you are for you.
Choose to open your eyes and heart to the possibility of surprising partnerships.
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