We live in an extremely chaotic and fractured time. One of the most troubling realities I have observed is how some Christians — including leaders — appear comfortable with the mistreatment of others. Scripture speaks clearly and consistently about human worth and how we are called to treat one another. From the opening pages of Genesis to the teachings of Jesus and the early church, the Bible establishes enduring truths about dignity, value, and responsibility toward every person.
Foundational Truths
As a Christian, I believe the Bible provides direction and guidance for how we live. Sometimes, especially when it comes to how we treat others, Scripture is very clear. Three foundational truths shape our interactions with others.
1. Humans Are Created in God’s Image
We were created in God’s image
So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them. — Genesis 1:27 (ESV)
God created us for a purpose. He desires good things for us (Jeremiah 29:11). This does not mean wealth, comfort, or an easy life. It means that when we are open to following His plans, He guides us toward what is ultimately best for us.
2. We Are Commanded to Love Others as Ourselves
Jesus summarizes all of the law in two commands: love God and love people. There are no qualifiers in that command. We are called to treat others with kindness and compassion.
“You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind… You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” — Matthew 22:37–40
Love is not optional, conditional, or selective. Jesus directly ties love of neighbor to love of God. This command is not limited to people who look like us, agree with us, or make us comfortable. You cannot faithfully claim to love God while excusing cruelty, contempt, or indifference toward others. How we treat people matters.
3. All Humans Have Inherent Value
All human life is to be valued (Genesis 9:6 – ESV; Exodus 20:13 – ESV). God sees value in every human being, especially when we do not. He never instructs us to value only those who are easy to love. When we demean, dehumanize, or disrespect others, we dishonor God (James 3:9–12 – ESV).
Our value comes from God’s creation and care, not from usefulness, success, moral agreement, or social standing. When we participate in rhetoric or behavior that belittles or dehumanizes others, we contradict the God who assigns worth to every life.
God’s Expectation
The Lord has told you what is good… to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God. — Micah 6:8 – ESV
Do the Right Thing.
We are called to do what is right because it is right, not because it is easy or popular. We are to stand up for those who cannot stand for themselves, protect the vulnerable, and love the unlovable.
Love Mercy.
Mercy is God’s compassionate, undeserved kindness. None of us has earned it. God sent His Son to provide redemption for a broken world (Romans 5:6–8 – ESV).
Humility recognizes God as holy, sovereign, infinite, and wise while acknowledging our own limitations. Pride elevates self; humility submits to God’s authority. Walking implies daily dependence on Him (John 15:4–5 – ESV). Humble people remain teachable and open to correction.
To walk humbly with God means living in daily dependence on Him, submitting to His authority, remaining teachable, and extending the same mercy and grace we continually receive.
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