Franklin Graham
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“Black Lives Matter”—the words are absolutely true and hold great meaning. One thing that blacks, whites, Hispanics, Asians, and everyone else has in common is that we were all created in God’s image (Genesis 1:27). No skin color is more or less important to Him, and every life is precious in His sight. Jesus Christ died on the cross for all people of all races. While the words “Black Lives Matter” are true, the organization Black Lives Matter promotes many dangerous ideas. I don’t think most people have been told or understand what this organization really stands for, and I certainly don’t believe that this group represents the majority of the African-American community.
Last night a Black Lives Matter leader in New York threatened, “If this country doesn’t give us what we want, then we will burn down this system and replace it.” That is advocating violence and anarchy. I hope that governors, mayors, and other leaders will take the necessary steps to restore law and order to our cities for the sake of our children’s futures. As followers of Christ, let’s pray for a Holy Spirit-led movement of unity and forgiveness instead of strategies that divide and breed hate. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., once said, “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.”