Faith Prioritized

In the wake of the tragedy last month in New York and Washington, D.C., I have had to sit and prioritize things in my life I never had before. Things and people and relationships and faith become so vividly apparent in their importance, their preciousness to life. I have learned to cherish much about life that I had previously trivialized. Suddenly, what was trivial is meaningful.

At the same time, much of what seemed meaningful no longer has value.As we face this national tragedy, I implore you to pull those close to you even closer. To love like there is no tomorrow, to spend each moment as if it is our last together, to hug someone you've not hugged before, to bid a good day to your neighbor, to set aside ill feelings, and to pray for the nation, that we may all survive the hate and darkness that has invaded our country with a greater unity and strength.

It is difficult not to feel anger and hate, and yet it is a trait of human nature to feel that way after such tragic loss. Time is one of our greatest healers and as the weeks pass, let us not forget: loss becomes a path for new beginnings. And new beginnings mean you can do all and say all those things you meant to but never did. Say what you meant to say. Do everything you didn't have time to, make time for it. Hug your child, your spouse, your friends, and your family.We may feel vulnerable and we may question our faith, but remember, God is there for us. Our devotion, faith, hope and conviction are facing their greatest test. Pray, as you've never prayed before. He is listening.

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Contributed by Kaina Gomard
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