Representative John Conyers, Jr., representative of Michigan's 13th congressional district and civil rights activist has announced his retirement (effective immediately); in the wake of allegations of sexual misconduct. Truly, this is "earth shattering" news; especially to those of us involved in the Civil Rights Movement. How does the Bible speak to this?
First, neither you nor I will never know the entire story, because we were not there. Second, its very difficult from today's media, what is truth and what is sensation. Thus, if the man is guilty, we pray that he finds resolution with God and the victims. If people were victimized, we pray that they find emotional healing. We ask God to heal the scars and provide a sense of resolve and closure. If it is all untrue, we pray that the truth will be manifested. Again, we were not there; but the eyes of the Lord are in every place, beholding the evil and the good (Proverbs 15:3).
Since, judgement must begin at the house of God (1 Peter 4:17); this event should be a warning and "wake up call" for us to examine ourselves (2 Corinthians 13:5). 1 Corinthians 10:12 says, "So, if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don't fall!"
Apostle Paul also admonished us on how we are to entreat those that are in civic offices. As a matter of fact, he stated that we are to pray FIRST for all those in authority, "I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people-for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness" (Timothy 2:1-2).
The government and ESPECIALLY the media has an agenda. Therefore, we must weigh whatever it is that we hear in the news; and ask God to help us to discern what is fact and what is fiction. The Bible says in 1 John 4:1, "My dear friends, don’t believe everything you hear. Carefully weigh and examine what people tell you."
Let us pray for everyone involved and also the citizens of the state of Michigan.
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