Playing Favorites

Playing favorites is the game everyone loses.

“A special fondness, preference, or liking.” Partiality “A special fondness, preference, or liking.”

“To like one person or group over others.” Favoritism “To like one person or group over others.”

Playing favorites is _________. - James 2:1, 9-10 forbidden A. We’re ___________ to show no partiality. - James 2:1 commanded B. Playing favorites is called a serious ___. - James 2:9-10 sin

II. Don’t _____ a book by its cover. - James 2:2-4; 1 Samuel 16:7 judge We need to follow God’s example and begin to look past what we see on the outside to see and treat people the way God does.

III. Treat ________ the way you want to be treated - James 2:8 everyone

Practical suggestions to help make our group as welcoming as possible: Look for people you don’t recognize and introduce yourself. Ask personal questions to get to know them.

Practical suggestions to help make our group as welcoming as possible: Introduce them to some of your friends. Include them in your discussions and activities.

Playing favorites is the game everyone loses.