We are all equal in the eyes of Jesus.  The opportunity for eternal life is there for each of us.  I understand this yet I still find that I need reminding more than I care to admit.  As a young teen, I traveled and was exposed to poverty.  I was fortunate that I had a perspective of being an equal in the eyes of Jesus to all those who were searching for their next meal.  Somehow I knew that any one of us could suddenly be in that situation.  Compassion was intense, respect was given.   In my late twenties, I…