Despite the weekly details of senseless shootings, the LA Times reports summer 2008 having the lowest homicide rate in 40 years. Chief Braxton credits improved police action. Perhaps. But, maybe the hearts and minds of the people are taking a turn. Maybe the act of revenge is making less sense to the vengeful. Maybe the gun isn't quite the symbol of virility it was last year. Perhaps the prayers of the mothers, the daughters, the sons and fathers are shining light into the darkness.
Perhaps the love and power of Christ has been invited into the neighborhood. And what a fine neighbor He makes.
Oh, Lord, we welcome you into the streets and homes of LA. Make yourself known to us as a friend, teacher, and loving Father. There's a lot of talk of change this year. Change comes from the inside out. Change our hearts and set us on a higher, happier, healthier path.
So be it,
Mother T
About Me
- Pray L.A.
- You can call me "Mother T." I am a follower of Christ, a praying woman. Thirty years ago I left my LA childhood home. I didn't want to go, didn't want a strange culture and certainly didn't want to fall for Christ. But God is far wiser than I. I became a wife, a mother, a writer, a believer. I didn't want to come back to LA. I questioned His plan again. Now I'm thinking LA needs my small prayers. It's been a shock to see the spirit of violence that has covered the city like a fog. Reading the Homicide Report Blog at the LA Times inspired this blog. It will take a prayer-powered wind to blow away the layers of despair and anger that shroud the city. If others join me, the strength will expand. Your religious affiliations aren't my concern. God knows your heart. Prayer is a creative force for transformation. LET'S PRAY, L.A.! Contact me at Mother_T@yahoo.com
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