Security

From somewhere in my past of hearing lots of things I seem to remember the phrase, “Praise the Lord and pass the bullets.” The reality of life is that some folks are going to do violent things, and others are going to suffer for that. My heart hurts for the families of the two who have died, seemingly randomly, in this area, and for those who lost family members in the Colorado incidents. We can always trust the Father, but I for one am thankful Life Church had security guards prepared to do whatever it takes to protect life.

We have a responsibility as husbands and fathers, to protect our homes and families, and as those who work in leadership, to do everything possible to protect those who attend our Church facilities.

We have a good security plan at the Church I attend. I am one who is going to insist, however, that we make it even better. That is not a result of fear, because fear is not of the Lord, but of a knowledge that comes from observing the actuality of life. I have learned, for example, to ride my motorcycle very defensively. That is not because I am aprehensive or a poor rider, but because there are still multitudes of motorists who have no regard or concern for those on two wheels.

We owe it to our family to acknowledge that many things can be dangerous. Doing everything possible to forstall that danger, or deal with it effectively, is wise and prudent. The overwhelming likelyhood is that nothing of great concern will happen. If and when it does, we will have assurance we are as prepared as possible.