Sunday, August 23, 2020
Sunday Reflection: A lack of lamentation
There are certain things that are common to many cultures, traditions that fulfill a human need that also transcends differences. One of those things is lamentation-- the public and mutual expression of sadness in the midst or just after a tragedy. The Bible is full of lamentations, including (of course) the book of Lamentations, which starts with this:
We are in need of lamentation. It is a spiritual value that sometimes secular governments express well.
Unfortunately, our leaders are not good at providing it during this time of remarkable political division. The President pretends things are better or will magically be over any moment, while Democrats are focused on blaming the President.
Perhaps that moment will come, and we can connect with our spirit together. But it does not seem close right now.
We are in need of lamentation. It is a spiritual value that sometimes secular governments express well.
Unfortunately, our leaders are not good at providing it during this time of remarkable political division. The President pretends things are better or will magically be over any moment, while Democrats are focused on blaming the President.
Perhaps that moment will come, and we can connect with our spirit together. But it does not seem close right now.
