We entered the first quarter of this year with many unexpected occurrences. The year 2025 began with much trouble and tragedy in the Southern California region.
Some experienced losses as a result of the wildfires that raged through many communities. The political climate, both nationally and globally, continues to trigger alarms and uncertainty regarding the mental, physical, and spiritual well-being of many. Individuals are suffering from compassion fatigue as they observe the pain, hurt, and suffering of humankind.
Even though these unexpected occurrences brought about a shift in our goals for 2025, we must Keep Moving Forward. Often, trouble and tragedy cause us to become stagnant and stuck. The shift may cause us to move in a different direction or alter our goals. Through prayer and meditation, one seeks divine direction for movement that is beneficial and best for that individual.
The ability to flow with the shift in one’s life requires steadfast faith in God. Faith is believing and hoping for all things to work out for the good. Faith is an action word which requires an individual to Keep Moving Forward!
Faith is contacting resources for information to restore and rebuild. Faith is writing a letter of concern or participating in a non-violent protest regarding the political climate of this world. It is necessary to keep it moving with steadfast faith!
During these times of uncertainty, it is imperative to stay connected to God, family, and community. Even in our differences and disagreements, we have common ground which is the need to love and be loved. We must break through the barriers that attempt to divide us by moving forward together. Stay connected through prayer with God and communicating with family, friends, and community through worship, forums, and other activities.
Keep Moving Forward in the flow of the shift with steadfast faith and staying connected with God and humankind!
By Reverend Carolyn Baskin-Bell
Senior Pastor, First AME Church, Santa Monica
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