The April 20, 1999 tragedy in a Columbine, Colorado high school has yielded several spokespersons with messages describing the resulting impact on their lives. In these videos, Crystal Miller describes her triumph over tragedy and invites others to find hope as well.
The recent Virginia Tech incident on April 16, 2007 is another disturbing world event that troubles the hearts of young and old. As much as I don't understand the 'whys and wherefores' of this type of event, I also have a Faith that even this can be turned into an opportunity for good. A New Testament reference in Luke's letter (Chapter 21, verse 26) describes the impact of 'last day' occurences.
Men's hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of heaven shall be shaken. Luke 21:26
Troubles on every hand... and to what end? As in a physical drill, the impact of strenuous effort causes the body to be strengthened after repeated distress. If we are able to find HOPE, it is possible that this can lead to a strengthening of our FAITH.
A few of my close friends have experienced the loss of a child in recent tragedies. Often when I think of their VICTORY over the pain, I am overwhelmed to consider ever having to endure this personally.
I am optimistic that from the pain of this recent event we will be able to hear a new expression of trust in the Providential hand of God. As in the life of Rachel Scott (Columbine), there are stories yet to be told of the days in the lives of the recent victims prior to April 16th. The value and sanctity of life is never more pronounced as in the face of recent suffering and loss.
Forever hopeful.
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