Who are you?

There is a generation that curses its father,

And does not bless its mother.

There is a generation that is pure in its own eyes,

Yet is not washed from its filthiness.

There is a generation -- oh, how lofty are their eyes!

And their eyelids are lifted up.

There is a generation whose teeth are like swords,

And whose fangs are like knives,

To devour the poor from off the earth,

And the needy from among men.

Proverbs 30:11-14

Some Bible passages are easier to read than others. This passage, in particular, initially reads so negatively of cursing our parents, prideful, judgmental, evil and selfish behaviors. It speaks of our society. Do whatever it takes to reach the top. Don't worry about him; he certainly doesn't care about you. You are number one! You're the best. You deserve better. Isn't that what society says? Isn't that how the people of this world behave?

Is that what the Christian says as well?

Honestly. Yes. We all do. It's called sin. The opposite of sin would read:

There are those who honor their parents,

Who admit their failures

and humble themselves before others,

Who serve the needy,

Who love.

Which version of this passage will you live today?

Love,