Thank You Donald Miller

Posted on | August 26, 2008 | No Comments

I am not a Democrat. I am not a Republican. And I don’t think Jesus would be either. Last night, author Donald Miller gave this benediction at the Democratic National Convention. It moved me so I’m sharing it here.

It moved me because these are the kinds of things I wish Christians were known for — service, love, compassion, care for the poor and disadvantaged — instead of judgment, arrogance and loud, shrill voices with no tolerance for those who are not like us. And, yes, those are the things we are known for, for the most part. If you don’t believe me, read the book unChristian.

Here is an excerpt — i urge you to read the full text here.

… Give us a passion to advance opportunities for the least of these, for widows and orphans, for single moms and children whose fathers have left. Give us the eyes to see them, and the ears to hear them, and hands willing to serve them. Help us serve people, not just causes. And stand up to specific injustices rather than vague notions.

Give those in this room who have power, along with those who will meet next week, the courage to work together to finally provide health care to those who don’t have any, and a living wage so families can thrive rather than struggle.

We have tried to solve these problems ourselves but they are still there. We need your help …

Amen. Thank you, Donald Miller.