Sparkles in the Rocks

I guess I've always been fascinated with rocks that sparkle. Every time we make a trip to Colorado, I bring back a rock or two that sparkles in the sun. They aren't worth anything (like gold); however, to me they are a thing of beauty.

Have you ever seen a geode? I have one in my "rock collection". They are pretty rough and dull with no shimmer at all on the outside, but Geodes contain gorgeous crystals in beautiful and varied shapes, sizes and colors. People are a lot like geodes...on the outside they appear to be crusty and rough. Too many times, we avoid people because of their outward appearance; however, if we take the time to get to know them and understand them, many times we find that they have a beautiful sparkle on the inside.

When my son, David, was a teenage, he and I disagreed on how he should dress. David would remind me of the Bible passage from I Samuel 16:7 -- "People judge by outward appearance, but the Lord looks at a person's thoughts and intentions." (New Living Translation) Through the years, God has taught me that my son was correct. Just because someone is different than me, doesn't mean that they are wrong. I'm finding that these "people geodes" have a true sparkle within. Thanks David, for teaching Mom an important lesson!