Hundreds hold prayer vigil for unarmed black teen shot by white police officer..
We have heard it said, cops shoot first and ask questions later.
When we see another life lost at the hands of the police, how do we respond
- What are the facts?
- What was Tony doing?
- Why did the cop shoot?
- What was Tony’s criminal history?
- What was the cop’s history?
As Christians, we should pray first; ask questions later.
Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger.
James 1:19
As Christians, we should mourn first the death of a human being, and not worry about why that person is dead. An individual made in the very image of our God is dead.
Pray for Tony, that God may have compassion on him.
Pray for Tony’s family, as they mourn the early passing of a son, grandson, brother.
Pray for Matt, the police officer, and his family as they wrestle with the implications of his actions.
Pray for the Madison Police Department as they navigate relations with the community.
Pray for the city of Madison, that the Kingdom of God may break through in the midst of trial and tribulation.
Mourn with those who mourn.
Romans 12:15
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
Matthew 5:4