We Are Free

But call to remembrance the former days, in which, after you were illuminated, ye endured a great fight of afflictions. Hebrews 10:32 

Remember those earlier days after you had received the light, when you stood your ground in a great contest in the face of suffering. Sometimes you were publicly exposed to insult and persecution; at other times you stood side by side with those who were so treated. Hebrews 32-34 New International Version 

Some of us remember the Vietnam War and some of our oldest generation remember World War II as my husband does. We studied about WWI, slavery, and the Civil War in our schools. We need these remembrances to appreciate the freedom we have. Some of our past caused fellow Americans many afflictions and great suffering. Women were exposed to insult and had to fight for the right to vote. Today, every citizen in our country who is 18 years of age has the right to vote.

We voted as a nation by having a war, the Civil War, and freedom for all people was restored. It was slow as it was new, but it has come. Many lives were lost on both sides. We just watched a Civil War movie and saw the people were brave and fought for what they thought was right. Women fought for the right to vote and won that freedom. Our constitution insured freedom when we followed it.  

Saying the FIRST woman, the FIRST black, the FIRST Latino continues to divide us. We need to respect every citizen of all colors of skin and from all countries.

Prayer: Oh Lord Almighty, you are the supreme leader, please help us to understand we are your people, the people you created. Help us to treat each and every one with respect and love, especially this Christmas season. Help us to spread love that is deep, like your love for us in sending your son at Christmas, to all people. Amen. 

Sandra Hilsabeck