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Watching these graphic images on TV and social media can lead to a downward spiral into depression. It doesn’t help that many tragedies are recorded with cell phones or even transmitted live, as in the recent shooting deaths of Alton Sterling in Louisiana and Philando Castile in Minnesota. the shooting deaths of three Baton Rouge police officers.civil unrest following an officer-involved shooting death in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.the killings of three police officers in Dallas.a mass shooting at an Orlando nightclub.devastating floods in West Virginia and Texas.So far this summer, crisis-trained chaplains have responded to:
With the recent wave of tragic incidents so close together, the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team has sent chaplains around the country and around the globe. We will never build brotherhood of man upon earth until we are believers in Christ Jesus.” > What’s worse, anger or hatred? Read Billy Graham’s Answer. Only God can supply that love that we must have for our fellowman. Some years ago, Billy Graham said, “Only God can break down the national and racial barriers that divide men today. “Everyone keeps saying ‘Peace,’ but then they cheer on violence, or adopt such violent, hateful speech that it is difficult to believe they want peace at all,” Elizabeth McQuinn shared. I am not supposed to give in to hate and anger.” “I know I am not supposed to as a Christian. When evil happens, anger can surface quickly. But, I am also a human who has suffered losses in my life and it pains me to see the suffering of others.” > “We’ve cried with the officers, we’ve cried with the families.” Read how chaplains are ministering in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. I felt like it was one thing right after another.” She added, “Yes, I read the book and I know how it ends. Rebecca Zehner shared, “I broke into tears when the news of the shootings in Louisiana broke. Followers of Jesus can demonstrate His love when they express sincere sorrow. The shortest verse in the Bible is found in John 11:35: “Jesus wept.” He was weeping over the death of a friend, and it caused the people around to say, “See how he loved him!” (John 11:36). It’s a natural response, and it’s an expression of compassion. Many of the Billy Graham Rapid Response Team chaplains, who are trained to offer hope and comfort in times of crisis, have talked about crying along with those who are mourning. It’s OK to allow yourself to grieve the loss that seems to dominate the news headlines. God tells us in His Word to “weep with those who weep” (Romans 12:15). The thought of terrorism affecting my family seems actually like something that could happen, which is so crazy.”Īnother Facebook follower, Tara, commented she feels “disheartened that people have become so callous about each other’s feelings and the value of every person’s life.” Grieving for a Lost World Sheri Daily shared on the BGEA Facebook page: “I feel very unsettled and not safe. As people share their thoughts about the latest string of horrific incidents on social media, they’re showing a range of emotions. But God can be trusted, even when life seems at its darkest.”Įven those who know and trust God can be shaken by world events. Just three days after that awful tragedy, Billy Graham shared these words with the nation: “We’ve seen so much that brings tears to our eyes and makes us all feel a sense of anger.
This year will mark the 15th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. Has the heaviness of racially charged shootings and terrorist attacks around the world consumed your thoughts? Has it made you anxious or depressed? Even paralyzed you with fear? Lighthearted chitchat around the poolside or picnic table has given way to serious discussions. The heaviness of recent events has left a dark cloud looming over the world, as people wonder not if, but when the next tragedy will occur. “No situation is beyond God’s control.” –Billy Graham A Dallas police officer is overcome with emotion as a Billy Graham Rapid Response Team chaplain prays with her during a church service following the recent police shooting.