Throughout Scripture, we see that God hates partiality; He gives many commands to care for the weak and oppressed. The ways we treat others reveal how well we understand God’s love for us. We have been called to love as Christ loved us, to love others as we love ourselves. We are undoubtedly quick to look after our own needs, but do we do this for those around us? More specifically, do we do this for those who cannot pay us back or grant us similar favors in return? A believer’s life should be marked by courtesy, compassion, and consistency toward all. We are called to show mercy because we have been shown mercy. Partiality is the opposite action to what God has shown each and every person who calls on the name of Jesus Christ.
Simply put, our partiality reveals what, or who, we really worship.