Today, my wife and I will volunteer at an annual event to appreciate police officers. We count it a privilege to give just a little back to those men and women called to serve and protect us. They will be given a day to play and eat with their families.
I am well aware of the issues in police departments across the country. And I know that some officers have abused their calling in very high profile cases and probably many other cases. I am also aware that police procedures and departments may have to make changes to remove systematic dangers to people and society.
But I still believe that the vast majority of individual officers deserve our appreciation for faithfully carrying out their mission to serve and protect our citizens. All should not be judged by the actions of a few. There is not a demographic in this country that does not have some who tarnish the name of that demographic by their poor and sometimes dangerous activities. We all desire mercy and grace in those situations and should not be automatically condemned by the no-gooders in our demographic.
I am so glad that God does not condemn me for the actions of others, or even my own misdeeds. In fact, because I love his Son, Jesus, and have given my life to him, God does not condemn me at all, but rather forgives me. Romans 8:1 says, ” Therefore there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”
Reluctant Retiree 