Monday, July 15th, Day 79
Father God, we are in trouble as a nation.
A young man, just 20 years of age, was influenced to hate another so intensely that he attempted to murder him. He was unsuccessful but his actions resulted in two others being wounded, and another killed. The man he killed was not his original target but a man in the crowd. He was a husband, a father, a friend, a neighbor, and a first responder. So many lives were impacted by this young man’s reckless behavior.
He was obviously a troubled young man but we as a nation must make some changes in our morals. We have grown more accepting of violent behavior, choosing to make excuses, blaming social conditions, lack of education, lack of resources – but it is time to say ENOUGH!
People need to be held accountable for their actions. We need to praise those who make wise choices and call to account those who cause harm to others, those who threaten, those who encourage violence. After this attack there were actually posts on social media saying “Don’t miss next time.” How can anyone desire to see anyone’s life taken?
Lord, I don’t have the answer, but You do. Only You can change the heart.
I pray for the family of the shooter. This has changed their lives.
I pray for the family of the man who was killed, and for all those who are affected by his death.
Their lives will never be the same.
I pray for those who were injured.
I pray for all those on that service detail that day.
I pray for President Trump.
I pray for our nation, for people to speak the truth and to seek peace.
I pray Lord, that You would show me my part in this.
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