In reading what others have to say about yesterday’s bombing of innocent athletes, their families and friends, the following blog puts emphasis on the American Spirit by drawing a comparison of the first Boston Massacre of March, 1770 with yesterday’s massacre. Wendy Murray is stating what it took back then for the people of Boston and New England to become Americans, and that the people she sees today on a daily basis in Boston have the same American spirit as in 1770.
An excerpt form her blog:
“Anyone who has not recently reflected upon what it took for the early political and religious refugees, first, to get to these shores; second, to survive those early winters; third, to reckon with the new emerging identity of this wandering contingent of exiles; and fourth, break free from the tyrannical grip of Britain — is missing a vivid picture of what it means to be American. [Note: The earliest colonists defended and protected the rights of the Native American population and they worked together, which in no small way saved the fledgling settlements.
The unsentimental rule of law, apart from emotion, marked John Adams’s case, and ultimately served as the signature aspect in the governing document that would become the United States Constitution. The rule of law is not complicated (or, in any case, oughtn’t to be). It is sound. It is meant for the protection of citizens against mob rule and (the other side of the same coin) suppression by tyrants.
We owe a debt of thanks to John Adams, who I now reflect upon in the wake of the visceral inexplicable attack that tore out the heart of my city, Boston, in yesterday’s bombings.
I am not a “native New Englander,” (though I have lived here longer than anywhere else, save the town I grew up in). But coming here as an outsider has given me the benefit of observing not only the unique culture of this region but also the characteristics of this special breed of American, which — still evident — reflects the sheer will of what it took to forge this nation.”
Click here to read Wendy’s full post.
Our prayers are with those who were injured, physically and emotionally, yesterday in Boston, and for our nation as well. II Chronicles 7:14 says, “if my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.” When our government can’t protect the innocent without Martial Law, it is time for the people to bow their knees and ask someone higher up the command chain for forgiveness and deliverance from the evil ones who are out to kill, steal and destroy.
Father, we thank you for those who have come before us to make it possible to have a country where we are free to enjoy its bounty. We ask that you forgive those who have injured and killed these innocent athletes and bystanders. Please convict them of their wrong and allow justice to take its course. We ask that you send healing and comfort to those with injuries and those who have lost their loved ones. Allow your angels to minister to each soul in need of your love and comfort. Forgive our country for losing sight of its foundations and of following your Ten Commandments, to serve our own selfish agendas. Heal our land and deliver us from the evil, allowing your Kingdom to come into each heart, shedding light, truth and goodness throughout the world. In Jesus Name we pray. Amen.