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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Nowadays, we hear a lot about the word “diversity.” It’s usually in the context of companies or teams lacking in diversity, pointing out the fact that there are plenty of places (in life or in business) whose people lack significant differences and instead look relatively the same.
In my profession (talent acquisition) I spend a lot of time making sure hiring teams are looking at a diverse set of backgrounds and thinking, to ensure those teams are able to perform at the highest level possible. That’s because a high level of work is only possible when team members are able to bring different ways of thinking and different thoughts on how to tackle challenges or build products. It doesn’t work when everyone looks, acts, thinks and ARE exactly the same.
What about the family of God? Do we all look the same? Do we come from the exact same background? Do we think the same? No. (actually the answer is No for all of these questions). Why is that? The simple answer is, God made us that way. He made us in His likeness, but also different enough to complement each other.
Galatians 3:25-28
But now that faith has come, we are no longer under a guardian, for in Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith. For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.
How about that for diversity? Neither Jew nor Greek. Neither slave nor free. Neither male nor female. We are all ONE in Christ.
What if the world thought this same way? For starters, the world would be a much better place. When we welcome diversity, around us, we welcome people. We welcome different thoughts. We welcome an opportunity to grow and learn. I am so thankful God welcomes ALL; this way I can be included in His family and so can many others. Amen!
This image was taken at the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas. In the lobby, there is an amazing display of incredibly crafted blown glass pieces. The art was created by Pacific Northwest artist Dale Chihuly. I love the display for its vibrant and diverse colors — like a gorgeous rainbow of light. It’s a must-see, if you are ever in the area.