“Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. 10 Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. 11 Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. 12 Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. ” Romans 12: 9-12 After the assassination… Continue reading Hate What is Evil
Tag: Civic Leadership
Shine a Light
9 Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but whoever takes crooked paths will be found out. Proverbs 10:9 Lord, we lift up Memphis to You. May our elected and appointed leaders in government walk in integrity. May Mayor Harris and Mayor Young lead with You in mind. We pray that those in positions of authority seek You… Continue reading Shine a Light
Seeking Peace and Prosperity for Memphis
“Also, seek the peace and prosperity of the city to which I have carried you into exile. Pray to the LORD for it, because if it prospers, you too will prosper.” Jeremiah 29:7 Jeremiah instructed the nation of Israel to work for the benefit of Babylon when they were exiled. This world is not our… Continue reading Seeking Peace and Prosperity for Memphis
Presidents on down
“First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way.” 1 Timothy 2:1-2 Lord, on this President’s Day, we lift up President Biden that… Continue reading Presidents on down
Choosing the Next Mayor
If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked. (Proverbs 29:12) We have at least 9 declared names for the mayor’s race here in Memphis: Willie Herenton, Frank Colvett, Daniel Abston; Shelby County Sheriff Floyd Bonner Jr.; retired Criminal Court Judge Joe Brown; state Rep. Karen Camper, D-Memphis; J.W. Gibson; Michelle McKissack;… Continue reading Choosing the Next Mayor