Lines in the Sand

I've been put on a no bullying committee at work for our school.  Teaching children to respect others is a concept that used to be taught at home or in the church.  But no longer; it's our job to instill morals in this new generation.  Morals--whose? 

So my assistant principal stopped by my room to drop off a dvd she thought would be great for our students.  I looked at it and read the little booklet that describes the content.  Now herein lies the dilemma--it is a true story of a homosexual boy that was bullied in his middle school.  He took the students to court citing that the bullying was wrong due to his sexual orientation.  He won the case.

I'm not against stopping the bullying--people should treat others with respect regardless of their differences in whatever area.  But as a believer in Christ I do not support or promote the homosexual lifestyle.  Do I "shun" those who do?  No, some of my friends participate in this lifestyle.  But I am not going to promote it as an acceptable way of life.  

I go to her office and shut the door; explaining that I could not be a part of this if it was going to specifically address gays & lesbians.  Did I mention I work in an elementary school?  I told her that I believe all people should be treated with respect and kindness--regardless.  A few tense moments and then she said she understood.  

Lines in the sand--never thought I would have to come to this one.  But it was addressed and life goes on.  I truly believe that you should not carry a bully stick and have an in your face mentality for those that choose to live not according to Christ.  I always pray that my lifestyle shows Christ lives in me.  Christ surrounded himself with those people who needed Him; not always with those that agreed.

Be careful--be careful your "lines" are mandated by the Word of God--not just what you "think" is an accepted way.  Everyone has a point that they have chosen not to cross over. If it's in the Word--there goes it; but if it's one of those "gray" areas that are based on your own convictions then be tolerant of others.  We are unique individuals--respect those who are different and uplift those in prayer who are just morally wrong.