There were no educational programs or work assignments going on here at the prison today…
…other than the kitchen and food pantry workers who obviously had to report to their jobs.
There was a small ecumenical memorial service in the prison's gymnasium with chaplains from the four main religions present (Catholic, Protestant, Muslim and Jewish). I opted not to attend this event, however. Instead, I stayed in my cell just about all day to be alone with my thoughts. For me, this was a quiet time of contemplation, reflection, and prayer.
Concerning last year's terrorist attacks, I feel heaviness in my heart over the loss of lives. I believe that it is my duty to pray for those who lost a loved one or who were injured, and who may still be recovering physically and emotionally.
I am likewise praying for the healing of my nation and for leaders at all levels of government. I pray that God would touch their hearts. That He would guide their steps to make good decisions, and for continued wisdom to run this country (1 Timothy 2:1-4).
I also spent a good portion of today reading various psalms as well as portions of Isaiah the prophet in the Old Testament, especially chapter 53. As a Jew who believes that Jesus is my Messiah, I do not know of any other Scripture which so clearly portrays Jesus as the humble suffering servant who carried upon His shoulders the sins of humanity.
Yet in spite of the sadness, which has overshadowed this prison on this 9/11 day of memorials and remembrance, my heart still bubbles with joy simply because I know the Lord, and He knows me. His peace is all powerful; His grace is all sufficient.
D.B.
There was a small ecumenical memorial service in the prison's gymnasium with chaplains from the four main religions present (Catholic, Protestant, Muslim and Jewish). I opted not to attend this event, however. Instead, I stayed in my cell just about all day to be alone with my thoughts. For me, this was a quiet time of contemplation, reflection, and prayer.
Concerning last year's terrorist attacks, I feel heaviness in my heart over the loss of lives. I believe that it is my duty to pray for those who lost a loved one or who were injured, and who may still be recovering physically and emotionally.
I am likewise praying for the healing of my nation and for leaders at all levels of government. I pray that God would touch their hearts. That He would guide their steps to make good decisions, and for continued wisdom to run this country (1 Timothy 2:1-4).
I also spent a good portion of today reading various psalms as well as portions of Isaiah the prophet in the Old Testament, especially chapter 53. As a Jew who believes that Jesus is my Messiah, I do not know of any other Scripture which so clearly portrays Jesus as the humble suffering servant who carried upon His shoulders the sins of humanity.
Yet in spite of the sadness, which has overshadowed this prison on this 9/11 day of memorials and remembrance, my heart still bubbles with joy simply because I know the Lord, and He knows me. His peace is all powerful; His grace is all sufficient.
D.B.