If you want to know where I stand, just know that I am a true prodigal son of God.
I am a man who knows right from wrong and I believe in justice. Yes, I believe that George Floyd’s life was taken far before his time. Yes, I believe those officers involved need to be punished. I am a former cop turned plumber/hvac who is running for county commissioner to ensure that his baby girl has a place to call home. A man that was tired of complaining and waiting for someone else to make a difference. A Christian man with one thing in mind, and that is to make a better future for his family. A man who wants his child to grow up and see her father not as black man, or a police officer, or a politician, but as a God-fearing man. A father that stopped at nothing to give her a brighter future.
In times of social unrest, we as Christians are called to be an example. Words on social media, including this post, are just words arranged in a creative order. Positive actions must follow. Actions speak louder than any social media post.
It starts with your heart and your home. Don’t be colorblind. Instead, see the person for who they are. Appreciate the differences and love as Jesus has commanded.
Treat your neighbor as you would want to be treated. Teach your children to love their fellow man. Educate yourself. Check your own heart and mind. Have hard conversations. Act. Pray. Make a change. Do better.
My daughter’s future depends on it.”
**This post was written by Trent Davis and originally appeared on his Facebook page.
