Our scripture for today is Romans 12:10.
“Honor one another above yourselves.”
Did you ever hear words of wisdom that sound great? One such word says, “Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people.”
I have a one-word response to that! Baloney!
Here is why: The other day I went to the doctor and sat quietly in the waiting room. I sat near four older ladies. So what did these ladies talk about? They talked about people and their relationships and what they are doing to help them.
That wasn’t small-minded, but rather it was people honoring people.
To honor someone is to treasure them—to see their worth, treat them with dignity, and recognize that they bear the image of God. It’s a heart choice to value others, often when no one else does. These ladies made me realize that if I just hush and listen, I will find a reason to honor.
The story of these ladies turns the world’s wisdom upside down. While the world urges us to chase recognition, God calls us to give it away.
We honor others when we listen politely, notice effort, and speak words that build instead of bruise. A kind note, a heartfelt thank you, a whispered prayer for someone who’s weary—these are quiet echoes of honor.
All of us can do these things, and in so doing, we honor others.
I’m Lonnie Davis, and these are thoughts worth thinking.