Word for the day: “The world we live in today”.
Micah 6:8 (NIV) He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly[a] with your God.
Beloved leaders,
The challenges of the political climate and our ongoing hostile environment, among other underlying concerns, have weighed heavily on the hearts of America's leaders. Churches, workplaces, communities, and families today are wrestling with how to contend with the disheartening times we are living in. Rising concerns for social justice following the many challenges with law enforcement, mass shootings, and the war in Ukraine have impacted the nation recently, adding new pressure to an already tumultuous time in our country's history. In addition, the looming concerns with the ongoing escalation of firearm sales, domestic violence, suicide, and mental health, now at an all-time high, only God and the people of God can bring help and healing to the land.
We here at Grace and Truth Leadership are prayerful and actively engaged in the events of this season. We are a voice for the voiceless on these issues and a platform for communication for those who need it. Our ultimate purpose is to care for especially disenfranchised people and communities, and be there for them in times of crisis and need.
The issue of race may be one of the most pressing and complex concerns in our country and nation for contemporary leadership and church culture. We still believe that God has the potential to provide some of the solutions needed to unite people when hurt and misunderstanding are rampant. We can turn to God in corporate prayer and join our community of brothers and sisters in their pain (II Chronicles 7:14 NKJV). We can challenge the racial tensions that still exist and offer our pain and mourning to God about the continued pain of injustice, divisions, and racism. Corporately, we can seek God for healing and reconciliation in humankind. Yes, it’s been that time for a long time now, but now is that time for real.
Dr. Martin Luther, Jr. said it best: “To ignore evil is to become an accomplice to it.” We must stand up for racial unity now; we must live and love as Jesus demonstrated in scripture. He is our example of social justice (Matthew 25:40 NKJV). We love you all, great people, and let’s persevere during this crisis time.
RESOURCES THAT YOU MAY FIND OF VALUE:
Remember to continue practicing mindful social awareness and encourage your family and friends to do the same.
Work remotely as much as possible for safety and emotional well-being.
Talk to your children and teens about social times and political climate candidly, the racial crisis, the war conflict, mass shootings, and challenges of our time, so they understand this time of urgency.
Emotional support hotline (844) 863-9314
National Domestic Violence hotline (800) 799-7234
Suicide prevention (800) 273-8255
Addiction Center for support and help (888) 839-8056
You can call Grace and Truth Leadership for Prayer @ (919) 928-0404
Practice and embrace Self-Care for your life.
Consider purchasing my book “The Journey of Self-Care from the Inside Out 2.0” on the Grace and Truth website.
Special Thanks,
Chief Encouragement Officer (CEO) James Baker, Jr., and our leadership team are incredibly thankful to those aligned with us. Help us equip this generation of leaders for their God-given assignments. Your generous donation supports our labor of love, From Grace and Truth Leadership's mission to embrace, empower, and encourage leaders and emerging leaders globally.