on june 18th, a hate-filled person tried to steal the joy of the charleston community, and arguably, the joy of many people across our nation. he did not win. we are sad. but the joy we have wasn't given by the world and it can't be taken away by evil, worldly actions. perhaps if he had been listening and receiving in that bible study rather than allowing the devil to take hold, he would have known this.
am i sad about this event? yes. am i angry? yes. am i shocked? yes, i'm shocked, too. there should be some places where we can feel safe; at peace. while i feel all of these things, i will not be moved. and you should not be either. continue to pray. continue to worship ... together. we are bigger than this. we cannot let the terrorists win. in every crisis, there is good. look for the good. look for the helpers. look to the light.
i pray for our country. i pray for our leaders to help restore and maintain order. i pray for charleston. i pray for the victim's families. and i pray that when those nine souls went to be with the Father, He welcomed them with open arms and said, "well done."
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