These were the sons of Noah, and from them came the the people who were scattered over the earth. Genesis 9:19
Early in the Biblical narrative sin is on the rampage, but God finds one faithful obedient man, Noah. He saves him and his family while destroying everyone else on earth. Noah descended from Adam, and now again, humanity is reminded: We have one common ancestor, Noah. Genetic history is diverse, yet very much the same. Sin determined the destiny of Noah’s sons, but obedience always brought redemption and restoration and changed the course of history, nothing else.
Differences are important. We put great emphasis on individuality. It is a gift from God. We long to be recognized for ways we are unique, not how we are the same. But then there is the issue of social order. We use all ways, commonality and diversity to justify power and authority over each other.
God designed all things for His glory, never to give one man the right to marginalize or hate another. We were made to love.
Let There Be Peace On Earth and Let it Begin With ME!
Gretchen