The psalmist tells us, “This the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” No matter where one’s political heart rests, today is an exciting day for us all. We are part of a democracy that perpetuates itself by the actions of responsible citizens who vote and allow for the transition of leadership to be orderly. Only history will reveal whether the inauguration of Barack Obama has been a defining moment in the life of this country. But one thing is clear, it will only be realized if we each do those things that are needed to build a healthier nation. Let our counsel be our faith as known through Jesus Christ.
These wonderful words of this hymn by Brian Wren (music by Carlton R. Young) come to mind as I try to capture the meaning of this day –
This is a day of new beginnings, time to remember and move on, time to believe what love is bringing, laying to rest the pain that’s gone.
Christ is alive, and goes before us to show and share what love can do. This is a day of new beginnings; our God is making all things new.
2 comments:
I was only able to watch a part of the day's unfolding history; yet, at the grand old age of 68, I was finally able to experience a realization of what history should have unfolded so long ago but has only really begun to to so. What an incredible day! Indeed, a day of new beginnings! May God forgive the many failings of this nation and its leadership and its people, and may God grant us, through God's grace and despite our lack of commitment to the call of God, a clear awareness and understanding of our call to be and to make disciples of Jesus Christ.I hope and I pray and I believe that not only are better days ahead for the United States, but the kingdom of God is going to grow and grow in the days and years ahead. I not only prayed a lot today but will do so in the days ahead. May we all, regardless of our political leanings, look for the Spirit of God moving in the midst of our national endeavors and our personal witness.
As-Salamu Alaykum
Wa Alaykum As-Salaam
(Es Selamu Aleikum)
Well put, George.
Tom
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