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We do not have to be understood.
We do not have to be popular.
We do not have to be validated by everyone.
We must be consistent and integrated, which is the heart of integrity.
We must be faithful to the calling we have received from on high.
And, occasionally, we must be brave.

We must also be kind and generous with those who do not see things as we do.

BUT … our kindness and generosity may not (and sometimes, must not) take the "edge" off of our words.

Most of us need to be taken to the "edge" from time to time to see the larger view.

"Make me to know your ways, O LORD;
teach me your paths.
Lead me in your truth and teach me,
for you are the God of my salvation;
for you I wait all the day long."