When I first started using Social Media to communicate with others, I committed to not speak much about sex, religion and politics. I am more of the nature of having an open mind and not wanting to offend others. Then, my pastor asked the congregation to make October 14, 2012 a day of prayer on Twitter. He said we should use the Hashtag #1000PRAYERS. At first, I thought to myself that goes against my Social Media beliefs.
As I thought about it during the week, I realize that my faith is a part of who I am. If I am befriending people or associating with others, then letting them know the “me” that I am should not be offensive to them. If they are offended by the fact that I pray for others or I am grateful for the many people and blessings in my life, maybe they shouldn’t be in my social circle. I am comfortable in my faith now, where I can say Namaste, Shalom, As-Salaam Alaykum or any other religious greeting without feeling less than a Christian.
My faith allows me to include others who may be different from me and this makes me stronger. My faith allows me to feel hope and give hope when there is no hope. My faith allows me to be tolerant other religious beliefs or non-beliefs. My faith allows me to accept people as they are and to see the potential in them all. My faith after all is Love.
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