There are no mere mortals.
Everyone has a story.
And I would add, of course, everyone has a divine purpose.
The quote originally comes from C.S. Lewis
"There are no ordinary people. You have never talked to a mere mortal."
~ From The Weight of Glory
That distressingly bad smelling person in Wal*mart. . .
Not a mere mortal.
That person that loves to find fault with you and tries to pick a fight every time you turn around. . .
Not a mere mortal.
The rude customer service rep. . .
Not a mere mortal.
That shocking, misbehaving child in the restaurant. . .
Not a mere mortal.
His parents that aren't doing a thing about his behavior. . .
Not a mere mortals.
Your spouse. . .
Not a mere mortal.
Your children. . .
Not a mere mortals.
How do my interactions with my spouse and children change when I believe with all my heart, they are not mere mortals?