Shootings Spur Thought

It seems like every day, we hear about a random, senseless act of violence. Some nut (notice that I left his name out) went on a shooting spree in CO, hitting a missionary training center and a church. Two teen girls at the church, and two young people at the mission center lost their lives. But I was really struck by what I heard next. A female security worker at the church took the gunman out, saving many more lives. (I'm wondering if she had a concealed carry permit, or if she only carried her gun on "special" occasions). The church had already gotten word of the shootings at the training center and had already stepped up their security efforts. To that female security worker, Jeanne Assam, I take off my hat. Kick ass!

Totally reminds me of Jesus' admonition to be as wise as serpents, and as gentle as doves.

Let us pray for the loved ones of the beautiful young people whose lives were cut short.

Tiffany Johnson, age 26

Philip Crouse, age 24

Stephanie Works, age 18

Rachael Works, age 16