I’m so thankful God gave us color and eyes that can see such variety. It makes flower farming worth all the hard work! And it makes life so enjoyable. You’ve probably heard how some creatures can see a much broader range of the spectrum than human eyes (I want to know *how* biologists figured this out, though!), and some creatures see less but hear more. There are so many different types of giftedness; it’s astounding, really. 

Just as our perception of color varies, so do our reactions to life’s circumstances, our likes and dislikes, our emotions about what we experience. Some of us live to achieve, some of us live to help, some are visionary, some handle the details, some exhort, others make peace. I think our personality and giftedness makes us more (or less) compatible with our neighbors and helps us choose our closest friends and partners, but I also think it’s really important to remember God’s clear command. “Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. Show hospitality to one another without grumbling.” I Peter 4:8-9

The Scriptures don’t say, “Show hospitality to the people you feel deeply connected to.” God doesn’t say, “love those who complement your #type or share (or admire) your passion.” There is no qualification. 

Just, love. 

Simply: show hospitality. 

Our capacity for each requirement of life is limited, but I have to honestly ask myself if my heart is hospitable, if my home is open enough, if I’m loving without prejudice for compatibility. 

It has to be continually purposeful, I think. A daily dying to self and extending my hands to help, opening my heart to listen, and allowing my heart to stay open to share my own emotions, fears, and joys.