On a hot Sunday, three days ago, I took my younger daughter Leta downtown to observe with me the protest held by those who oppose the Muslim Community Center. I told her that this is part of history, that in US there is always current “other” that people are taught to fear. Current position of “other” in the United States has been assigned to Muslim community. I told her that supporting them in their endeavor is an issue of human rights, and therefore our issue too, as Christians. Plus I bought her her favorite ice-cream. We sat on a bench in a shade then took some pictures of about 300 protesters. Here is what we saw.
About 300 protesters, mostly from outside of New York, with many signs, American flags, and a line up of dozens of speakers speaking fear and asking for action.
All I need to know about Christianity I learned from KKK?
This sign does not need a comment. The Bible says, "a righteouss person does not assemble with mockers."
Dispersed among the words of fear and hate were some legitimate hurts and concerns expressed. Knowing many Muslims through my work in the city and nationally, I am utterly confident American Muslims will rise to this moment of history and make the United States an even better country than it is today.
My daughter and I stood with Jesus there. We stood shoulder to shoulder with true Muslims. And we shall not be moved.
