The tragic death of Tyre Nichols at the hands of Memphis police officers has spewed much anger throughout the city and nation. We, once again have come to see a grave injustice take place before our eyes. While it is absolutely comprehensible the reason for outrage, it is a time to grieve and none else. Grieving is healthy and natural after a tragedy, but it is important that we learn to overcome the anger which often lives next door. That rage within that begs to avenge. Grief is not anger; when one grieves, one is enduring a pain, an internal response that should not be made external. It is a leeway for a greater purpose of righteous conduct and steps forward.
The importance of guarding your eyes in instances like the harrowing death of Nichols is especially imperative.
It is written that ‘the eyes are the windows to one’s soul’. The plan to reenact his death through a scheduled television event might have seemed to be a great call, it would only best create greater ratings and anarchy. This is intentional. It would be best described as an attempt to set off the sirens before another deadly war. Like so many other similar accounts, especially those that we have come to witness over the years; the levels of distrust and boiling turmoil has rumbled the souls preparing for carnage to build.
The vengeful spirit lurks and punctures successfully at times such as these, and a possession takes place.
A deceitful possession that was granted legal authority unbeknownst to the possessed then followed by a wave of other events. Events to elongate the tale and generate more vile.
Is it fair to call for more forbearance of a people who are already in pain? If we can help it, it would be wise to avoid such a scene for the sake of love and self control, as matters like these are the precursors for the production of hate and regret. While the mere existence of hate makes one guilty before God. Regret too is frequent in a guilt leading to more sinister states of being. So, be wise.
How many times a day do we cause grief to our Father? The pile of grief laid upon him is unfathomable. Imagine his rightful disdain towards us if it existed – the wrath to come would obliterate our existence. We thank God for grace.
So grieve through prayer, grieve through the distribution of wholesome solutions and peace. The opportunity to love thy neighbor, and even one’s enemy presents itself. It is highly encouraged at a time like this. Grief is not in the absence of love, but an innate reaction of sorrow or trouble because of it; and love is not angry. It is the opportunity to fulfill a God-given purpose instead of doom.
For all things work together for the good of those who love the Lord and are called according to his purpose for them.
(Romans 8:28)
