The Christians in Rome had a conflict over special diets and special days. There were some who thought that if you ate meat, it was a sin; so they ate vegetables. There were others who thought it was sinful to observe the special Jewish holy days. But instead of showing love and respect for each other, they began to criticize and judge one another. It is true that in the body of Christ, there are different levels of maturity. And a spiritual leader must always remember that. There are times when we expect all the members to be on the same level of maturity, and think the same way. Parents know that with their children, this is not the case, and realize that each one of their children are on a different level of maturity and understanding. They work with their children, (where they are) to help them grow and mature into a strong adult. It is the same way in the church. Everyone is important, and everyone needs to develop maturity in their relationship with the Lord, and their faith in Him. Helping to grow people in the Christian faith, takes time, love, and patience. Let's always be patient, and never let them down! GP Photo by posterize. Published on 06 October 2011 www.freedigitalphotos.net