Today as we celebrate Martin Luther King Day, let us remember that our nation has endured conflict in the past which upon reflection promoted positive change. May this be so this week as the Presidency changes amid threats of violence and discord. Matthew 5:7-9 reads: “God blesses those who are merciful, for they will be shown mercy. God blesses those whose hearts are pure, for they will see God. God blesses those who work for peace, for they will be called the children of God.” In this time of pandemic, civil unrest, inequities of all kinds, censorship of thought, and major changes to the normal way Americans enjoy their pursuit of happiness, may we, in some way today, help bring God’s peace to trying situations today? Is this the day to pay good things forward? Is this the day to write a card or note to someone who is hurting? Is this the day to cheer someone who is isolated and lonely? Is this the day to hang the Americcan flag to show unity? Is this the day to contribute to a food bank? Is this the day to pray, as every day should be, for those needing intercessory prayer because of life situations that are sure cries for mercy? Yes, indeed, today is such a day for such needs as these. Celebrate ’21, Everyone! God’s God This!
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