Jesus said "love one another" — then immediately said "the world will hate you." The whiplash is intentional. We live in a world that tells us our highest goal is to be liked. Approved. Included. So the moment we feel resistance, we shrink. We smooth it over. We blend in. But Jesus reframes everything: You won't always fit. But you will always belong to me. That's the anchor. Not the room's approval — his. Try this today: When you feel the urge to shrink or people-please, pause and say quietly: "I know whose I am." Then move from that place. John 15:18-21 #Lent #seeJesus