Joel II
And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my Spirit on all flesh; your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, and your young men shall see visions. (Joel 2:28 ESV)
Diversity
Is there a difference between Star Trek and Star Wars? Obviously, yes. But both are sci-fi franchises that cost too much to partake of.
Is there a difference between a Wendy’s Hamburger, and a burger from Big Larry’s? Of course there is. But both are beefy, risky health-wise, and delicious.
Is there a difference between a Republican and a Democrat? Certainly. But both want our votes;, both believe in a bigger government than I do; and both are dangerously flawed human organizations.
Is there a difference, according to Joel (and later, Paul), between men and women? Jews and Greeks? Young and old? Rich and poor? Experts and amateurs? Yes, of course… but NOT before the Lord.
He sends His Spirit on ALL His people, regardless of our divisions and separations. And it is HIS Spirit that matters.
Keep the differences in perspective. A very small perspective.