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“When we can see the image of God where we don’t want to see the image of God, then we see with eyes not our own.”

-Richard Rohr

We’ve been traveling today – two short trips on regional jets held together with duct tape. We are in Ohio. I have a prejudice against people in Ohio – I’m know this is irrational and most likely sinful but it is the truth. I’ve driven I-90 several times a year for over 10 years and the people who work in the rest stops have always left me with a bad taste in my mouth…not to mention smelly bathrooms. I know this is not a fair assesment of a state nor the people with in but I have a hard time shaking this pre-judgement. Our trip down here for business reasons did nothing to change this. So today I am asking God to see with eyes that are not my own. It is easy to see God in those who are in need – it pumps my ego to help them which is why it is easier to give than receive. It is easy to see God in people who are beautiful inside and out. It is easy to see God in heroes and saints. But to see God where we are pre-set by our own limitations to see stupidity or rudeness or filth….now that takes the eyes of God. May I see through God’s eyes more than I see through my own. When God looks through my eyes, I hope he lets me have a peek.