Diversity and Family

Last night was week 6 of our 7 week Foundations Course at church. This term I've been a table facilitator for a group of 10 adults as we study Biblical Foundations found in Hebrews 6:1-3. Diversity is a huge aspect of South African culture and in our little group of 10 we represent the following: American, Afrikaans, Colored, Portuguese, Black, English, Baptist, Catholic, Anglican, Dutch Reform, Married, Single, Separated, Divorced, Cross cultural families, Entrepreneurs, Housewives, Businessmen, Teachers, Artist...Our differences can literally go on and on and we wouldn't have to look very hard for reasons not to trust each other, reasons not to be transparent, reasons not to love. But, each Monday night we gather around a table and everyone is smiling. Everyone is eager to learn, eager to listen, and eager to grow. This is the body of Christ. This is family. And I love it!!!