As a Christian, I stand for justice.  I stand for equality for everyone.  I stand by the mission statement of our church, based on Micah 6:8; With a song in my heart; thoughts from our music director, Rick Roberts.

Good Wonderful Wednesday Morning!
 
The quote of the week comes from Rosa Parks, an African American Hero: 
 
“Stand for something or you will fall for anything.

​Today’s mighty oak is yesterday’s nut that held its ground.” (Rosa Parks)

I’m sure you recall the story.  In Montgomery, Alabama, Rosa stood her ground by sitting in the “white” section of the public bus.  When told to move, she resisted and, as a result, was arrested and jailed.  Her valiant and courageous refusal to move sparked a movement.
 
I remember growing up in New Orleans during the 50’s and 60’s.  It was common to ride the bus or streetcar throughout the city.  I sadly remember the sign that appeared near the last rows of seats saying “Whites Only”.  I witnessed the driver ordering a person to move or thrown off the bus if they sat in the white section.  Even as a youngster, I knew this was wrong.  But what could I do?  I was just a kid!
 
The Bible has a lot to say about justice:
As a teenager, I came to know the scourge of racial inequality.  I saw people mowed down by the pressure of the fire hose.  I saw the beatings at the bridge crossing in Selma.  I saw the vicious police dogs growling and biting.  I saw Dr. King gunned down.  Being raised in a “color blind” and loving family, I could not understand this injustice.
 
As a Christian, I stand for justice.  I stand for equality for everyone.  I stand by the mission statement of our church, based on Micah 6:8 –

​I thank God every day for being a part of the family of Fort King.  I know you are, too.
 
Have a blessed day.
 
With a song in my heart,
Rick
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