There will come a time to discuss public policy. This is not that day.
Today I think of Ramah, convulsing over the innocents that Herod ordered killed, and the Word describing the scene: "Like Rachel weeping for her children, refusing to be comforted because they were no more."
Refusing to be comforted. Did you catch that? It's the appropriate response of a parent who has lost a child. Why would you want to feel better?
I've read some lousy responses to the tragedy, and I've heard from some people who I wish would just remain silent and weep instead of opening their mouths. But I did read one response I appreciated. Carolyn Custis James brought it to my attention (thanks!). It's by a writer at the New York Times.
Saturday, December 15, 2012
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2 comments:
Beautiful. But the comments to the essay? I agree ... people should remain silent and simply weep with those who weep.
Julie
Yes, I suggest that people read the article and skip the comments. I am told some people spent their days writing inflammatory stuff online. It looks like some were working overtime this week.
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