NO.
I recently heard the report about the school that implemented a “dance inclusion.” rule, where little girls must say yes to little boys, when asked to dance. I’m not sure if this is required for all dances, or whether it’s limited to a particular type of dance event; perhaps, a sort of flipside to “Sadie Hawkins.” But, even with Sadie Hawkins, correct me if I’m wrong, boys are not required to say yes, moreover, isn’t that scenario usually geared toward a more mature age-group?
Y’all know I rarely give my opinion (tongue in cheek)
I’m not trying to blow this out of proportion or make it weightier than it needs to be. I get it. But, we must be very careful about the messages we send to our children, whether exhibited or taught. Inclusion is a wonderful thing, for it is what Jesus taught. But, all things must be done in order and within proper context of scripture. Not everyone should have access to our intimate space, simply because they ask. The reason we ask is to incur an answer: No, is an answer too. I understand the innocent, “intended concept,” that school officials, no doubt, had in mind; but, there are countless other ways to teach children the principle of inclusion: share with one another, don’t make fun of others, include someone in playtime who has been ostracized, interact with those who look and/or speak differently, don’t judge others based on their appearance, where they come from or what they have, speak kindly and do good deeds toward one another . . . the list goes on.
The only “YES” that should be mandatory, is in submission to Christ; yet, even in that, God gives us freedom of CHOICE, because He knows that, forced love, is disingenuous. The only time God commands a woman to submit to the man is within the parameter of marriage, and even then, there is order: As it is written. the man is head of the woman. Men like that, and why not? What an honor to be given charge by God. But wait, with God, there is always order, for it is also written: Christ is the head of the man, which means, the husband must first be submitted to Jesus and His ways before he an even expect his wife to submit to him. God is not going to allow wives (the label he bestows on His church) to be led into crime, disrespect, abuse or sin of any kind.
The unfortunate truth is, rejection, is a part of life. What matters among humans, is the spirit imparted within the realm of rejection. Not every person and situation are suitable for us, but, we can still be kind and mature in both giving and receiving rejection. I have been rejected, a time or two; and while Jesus is the only one who should, always be accepted, He too, is familiar with rejection: For scripture says, having shared in our humanity, for a time, Isaiah 53: 3 He is despised and rejected of men; a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief. Some may use this truth to validate their exclusionary prejudices against others, but we, knowing right from wrong, know how we would want others to do unto us, in the spirit of humanity. Nevertheless, God knows the heart: Proverbs 24: 12If you say, "But we knew nothing about this," does not he who weighs the heart perceive it? Does not he who guards your life know it? Will he not repay each person according to what he has done?
When the time is right, and you feel comfortable with the situation and the individual, girls . . .
I HOPE YOU DANCE
Happy Valentine’s Day!
(Please excuse errors, My editing skills are imperfect)
I recently heard the report about the school that implemented a “dance inclusion.” rule, where little girls must say yes to little boys, when asked to dance. I’m not sure if this is required for all dances, or whether it’s limited to a particular type of dance event; perhaps, a sort of flipside to “Sadie Hawkins.” But, even with Sadie Hawkins, correct me if I’m wrong, boys are not required to say yes, moreover, isn’t that scenario usually geared toward a more mature age-group?
Y’all know I rarely give my opinion (tongue in cheek)
I’m not trying to blow this out of proportion or make it weightier than it needs to be. I get it. But, we must be very careful about the messages we send to our children, whether exhibited or taught. Inclusion is a wonderful thing, for it is what Jesus taught. But, all things must be done in order and within proper context of scripture. Not everyone should have access to our intimate space, simply because they ask. The reason we ask is to incur an answer: No, is an answer too. I understand the innocent, “intended concept,” that school officials, no doubt, had in mind; but, there are countless other ways to teach children the principle of inclusion: share with one another, don’t make fun of others, include someone in playtime who has been ostracized, interact with those who look and/or speak differently, don’t judge others based on their appearance, where they come from or what they have, speak kindly and do good deeds toward one another . . . the list goes on.
The only “YES” that should be mandatory, is in submission to Christ; yet, even in that, God gives us freedom of CHOICE, because He knows that, forced love, is disingenuous. The only time God commands a woman to submit to the man is within the parameter of marriage, and even then, there is order: As it is written. the man is head of the woman. Men like that, and why not? What an honor to be given charge by God. But wait, with God, there is always order, for it is also written: Christ is the head of the man, which means, the husband must first be submitted to Jesus and His ways before he an even expect his wife to submit to him. God is not going to allow wives (the label he bestows on His church) to be led into crime, disrespect, abuse or sin of any kind.
The unfortunate truth is, rejection, is a part of life. What matters among humans, is the spirit imparted within the realm of rejection. Not every person and situation are suitable for us, but, we can still be kind and mature in both giving and receiving rejection. I have been rejected, a time or two; and while Jesus is the only one who should, always be accepted, He too, is familiar with rejection: For scripture says, having shared in our humanity, for a time, Isaiah 53: 3 He is despised and rejected of men; a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief. Some may use this truth to validate their exclusionary prejudices against others, but we, knowing right from wrong, know how we would want others to do unto us, in the spirit of humanity. Nevertheless, God knows the heart: Proverbs 24: 12If you say, "But we knew nothing about this," does not he who weighs the heart perceive it? Does not he who guards your life know it? Will he not repay each person according to what he has done?
When the time is right, and you feel comfortable with the situation and the individual, girls . . .
I HOPE YOU DANCE
Happy Valentine’s Day!
(Please excuse errors, My editing skills are imperfect)
