![]() ![]() The challenge is that the moment we focus attention in one direction, an assumption is made that our lack of attention in other directions indirectly communicates a lack of concern regarding their importance. ![]() However, by offering that perspective, proponents argue we are minimizing racial injustice and suppressing the black community further by shifting focus off their legitimate, specific concerns and onto a more all-inclusive discussion. One of the more spirited discussions around "Black Lives Matter" is the argument that "ALL Lives Matter." In other words, shouldn't we give equal care, consideration and attention to all races and the injustices facing mankind universally? By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another" (John 13:34–35). ![]() Jesus said, "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. In today's age, it is easy to become swept up by media coverage/bias on a particular issue and defensive toward embracing the fact that we ALL have much to learn about personal heart change and loving one another from God's perspective. In the wake of protests in the United States concerning racism in the aftermath of George Floyd's death, many rallying cries have enveloped our nation but none more so than "Black Lives Matter."Īs a white, adult male, I've wrestled with what that message means to me personally and, more importantly, sought to understand from Scripture what God has to say both directly and indirectly related to the issue at hand, as well as how I should respond. ![]()
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