Moving Forward Together

In this final reflection, we confront the essence of our commitment to racial reconciliation and justice, motivated by the stories, scriptures, and teachings that have been the lens of our journey. Our call to active faith transcends the confines of any single moment of inspiration. Instead, it is a lifelong summons to step boldly into the arena of change, equipped with the persistence, empathy, and resolve we've nurtured. It's a pledge to continually educate oneself, to advocate, and to act — even when the cameras have turned away and the hashtags have faded.

As we take our next steps, let us not shy away from the discomfort they may stir up. In our pursuit of justice, we are called to examine the systems and structures that perpetuate inequality and division, recognizing that true liberation requires dismantling these systems at their core. Our dedication to solidarity and racial reconciliation must move beyond the pages of our Bibles and into the chapters of our daily lives.

How can we, like Nehemiah, work with all our hearts to heal the brokenness around us? Remember, when confronted with the devastation of Jerusalem’s walls, he did not remain complacent or abandon hope as the bedrock of his efforts. As we move forth in Jesus' mission to rebuild, proclaim, and liberate, let us do so with the courage and conviction that change is possible and that we are called to be instruments of God's peace and justice in a world that yearns for racial healing. Your faithful steps, no matter the scale, have the power to forge paths in places where division once reigned.

Prayer

God, make me an instrument of your peace today. Help me not just to talk about justice and mercy. Help me to live it out.