Two new believers, one from Iran and one from Iraq, were recently baptized. Up to this point, these two individuals rarely interacted with each other, because their countries are “enemies,” and this mindset shaped their attitudes toward each other. However, as part of their baptism, each shared their story, their journey toward Christ, and they were struck with how much they had in common. After their baptism, these two believers hugged each other. In Christ, there is no Jew nor Greek, male nor female…no Iranian nor Iraqi, there is just the kingdom of God. Christ is our common ground. In Him, we find our true identity and purpose. In Him, we find reconciliation.
