Remnant People

In recent history, our country has been in a polarized and divided state, with tension, anxiety, devastation, and brokenness. We need God’s Word of encouragement. Contemplating Father’s Day and Juneteenth brings to mind those of African descent who came before us, persevered, held fast to God, and received God’s reward in blessing. The journey they were on and the faithfulness they showed is why we are here. We can all reflect and see those who have shaped us, encouraged us, and prayed for us. They help us continue to live into what God has for us. Thoughts about fathers can be metaphorical; the idea of fathers can be honorary, biological, or spiritual for those who invested in us, cared for us, and prayed for us. We thank those men and women who poured into us, gave a word of encouragement when we were unsure, gave us wisdom, and were an example of what it meant to be people of faith in difficult times. As we explore God’s Word in Hebrews 11, scripture called the heroes of faith, let’s receive from God a word of encouragement that it may be a path to our feet to lead us through difficult and dark times so our lives may be pleasing to God.