Elevate: A Conversation on BullyingSample

There are two main characters in most action movies: a hero and a villain. The heroes are always good, while the villains are always bad. Whether we realize it or not, we tend to think of people in the real world as good or evil, too. The truth is, there is always more to the story. The people who have hurt you have usually been hurt by others. They’re not bad; they’re just broken. We all have a story that has influenced how we interact with others—for better and for worse. The good news is that the story isn’t over. Jesus encourages us to be a part of a greater story for those who have experienced the type of brokenness that causes them to behave badly. Today, when you may be tempted to dismiss someone, remind yourself there is more to their story than you may know.