Over the last week it has seemed that there have been many tragedies plaguing the news...IU students killed when their plane crashed, a local police officer dying while protecting his friend, and then this morning, a Taylor University van getting slammed by a semi, losing 4 students and a University employee. Three different events, many devastated people. I didn't know anyone involved in any of these tragedies, but yet they all seem to hit a little too close to home...
I have an IU degree and know many past and present IU students...
I have many police officer friends, anyone of which could have been in the same place at the same time...
My sister graduated from Taylor - she used to take a school van to her children's programs she ran...
And lastly, the semi. A semi causing a tragic accident. Eight days from now will be the anniversary of when my dear friend was killed by a Semi. I feel for the family and friends of the Taylor students, I know how much it hurts and how simple it sounds to just give in to the anger.
Dear Lord - please stay with the friends and families of all these people who are hurting and so desperately need you right now. Help them to grieve and then to celebrate the lives of those who have passed away. Give them comfort when they feel there is none to be given. Hold them in the palm of your hand even if they push you away. And please help everyone outside of the situation to be strong, supportive and loving of the people who are hurting. Thank you Lord! Amen
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