The world turned upside down.

We have had more sadness in America…..another unarmed Blackman killed by police. Actually 2 this week. One just a city away from where the Chauvin murder of George Floyd trial is happening. And one black man pepper sprayed by police- while both of his arms are extended outside his vehicle and then set free. What is happening?   The world feels upside down to many of us...add to that another mass shooting in America- which now when reported is commonplace and it feels nuts.  It really is sad. 

There is systemic racism and that it needs to be addressed - I always think that memes oversimplify the issue - they make it look like you will always be killed if you are black and will only be arrested if you are white.  We know that is not true - do you have a greater chance of being shot if black?  Yes - is getting rid of the police the answer - No.  Do our police need better training and pay so we can attract higher caliber individuals - yes.    Is the whole world upside down?  No - there are a majority of really good people trying to do good things.  Are we seeing things get worse before the second coming? Yes. 

Once I shared that meme. I had more thoughts— I know there are really awesome white and black police out there and I know there are really not so awesome white and black people out there. I know there’s also a lot of good happening in the world right now. I will continue to look for the good happening in the world and cry for the sad. The best we can do is work on loving and having compassion for everyone. That's what Jesus teaches.

Do we need the Savior more than ever - Yes 

Do we need more compassion and curiosity around all of this..YES

I heard this recently and it really resonated with me…”If you are an agent of division you are undermining the ministry of Christ.”    We need to listen to learn and grow and help to be the change.