With all that is going on in our nation, the question many of us find ourselves asking is: WHAT CAN I DO?

While contemplating such, I have been feeling overwhelmed and powerless. After all, what can someone like me possibly do to change years of injustice from racism? However, I recognized that was the voice of the enemy trying to make me feel discouraged and defeated.

As I have been seeking the Lord in prayer, He has reminded me that action begins with me, my heart, and my home. 

So we have been intentional to sit around the dinner table and discuss the current events in-depth and the stories shared by our friends. Light has been shed on understanding the gravity of hurt that people we love have experienced. 

To add to our conversation, we have been watching movies such as ‘Just Mercy’ and ‘Remember the Titans’, to name a few. To view these in light of our present-day has led to chats with many tears and emotions. At the same time, it has allowed us to reinforce what we have taught our children about loving God, His Word, and His people, as well as the value of empathy. Specifically, we have been discussing Micah 6:8: “And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.”

Now, we as a family are praying about how we can put this into action, whether it’s actively listening to a hurting friend or speaking up when we see an injustice.

So, if you’re like me, wondering what you can do, remember where it all begins. God’s Word tells us:

“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it. (Proverbs 22:6 KJV)”

“These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.” (Deuteronomy 6:6-7)

Never underestimate what you can do. As parents, we have the privilege and responsibility of empowering our children with the truth. “Love begins at home.” (Mother Teresa)
~Joyce

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