Light of Faith Chandelier – Muslim Education Trust in Tigard, Oregon.
(c) John M. Kingery 2015 All Rights Reserved
Our cry will be heard.
The prayers and actions people of good will turn back the tide of darkness in our world. In nine days, Christians around the world will be celebrating Christmas. Remembering when God sent light into a dark world through the birth of Jesus.
Last Sunday, I had trouble sleeping and began reading from the book of Psalms. There are many early Psalms that speak of sleep and security
“As soon as I lie down, I fall peacefully asleep, for you alone, O Lord, bring security to my dwelling.” Psalm 4:9
Yes, we do need to confront terrorism in this world. We should employ the tools of truth, righteousness, the gospel of peace, salvation, the Holy Spirit and the words of God. Let those guide our response and actions, not fear and bigotry.
Returning to the Psalms, I continued reading and praying. I came to Psalm 10:9
“The desire of the afflicted you hear, O Lord; strengthening their hearts, you pay heed to the defense of the fatherless and the oppressed, that man, who is of earth, may terrify no more.”
Hold these words in your heart and live them out today. Light is and will keep shining in our world.
In Peace, John