Inspiring

Posted on January 21, 2008 
Filed Under Social Issues

On the way home tonight I heard a significant portion of Dr. Martin Luther King’s famous speech. What a gifted man, and an extraordinary orator! He eloquently conveyed the essence of his struggle - the struggle against racism - and offered hope to the audience.

When he delivered that message, I was a preschooler. I have no idea of how difficult life was for African Americans in our culture, but from what I can gather, it certainly was a shameful situation in many communities. The changes that have taken hold since are rooted in Dr. King’s passion and clarion call. We rightly honor the vision, the heart, the courage and the sacrifice of Dr. King on this day.

It seems pretty fitting to me, too, that the week’s emphasis on “sanctity of human life” begins on this day - I rather think Dr. King would have supported the call to recognize that all life is made in God’s image and bears His imprint; all life is worthy of celebration and respect, regardless of race or gifts or condition.

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