Praying for The Covenant School in Nashville

Another school shooting rocks the nation

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On March 27, 2023, a 28-year-old former student of The Covenant School in Nashville, Tennessee entered the building of her elementary school alma mater and killed (as of this writing) six people — three adults and three 9-year-old children.

The police are still investigating, and there are preliminary indications (according to police) that resentment fueled the shooting.

I’m sick of these mass shootings in this country. And I’m ready to do my part to help stop these senseless and despicable acts of violence in our nation.

We must stop the hate in our society. We must do a better job of modeling love, humility, compassion, and wisdom. And, yes, we must be willing to put everything on the table when it comes to public policy approaches that may help prevent these types of tragedies from happening.

But there will be time to talk about causes, solutions, and politics.

Now is a time for mourning. It’s a time to “weep with them who weep” (Romans 12:15b).

On a personal note, this one hits home a little because The Covenant School is a Christian school. And I’ve dedicated the lion’s share of my life to ministry, including Christian education.

I went to a Christian school from 3rd grade through 12th grade. I came back years later and taught at that same Christian school. Then, while living in Ohio, I taught at and helped lead another private Christian school. I’ve taught part-time at a Christian school close to my home. And I’ve been a full-time pastor for over 16 years.

My heart is in ministry and there’s a special place in my heart for Christian education.

And that heart is broken today.

Please pray for the people of The Covenant Christian School.

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