I am very disappointed in people for the response I'm seeing to the Ebola situation as I scroll through social media feeds. I do not claim to be an expert on infectious diseases or want to get too political, but I do want to share some thoughts. Those who are ill need our prayers - not our snarky comments, memes, or jokes. We often post things on social media that we wouldn't dare say to someone's face, and comments about the Ebola situation are proving this more than ever. Would you say your sarcastic remark about a hazmat suit if you were speaking with a member of the victim's family? Social media somehow causes us all to feel a sense of liberty in speaking, making us exponentially less guarded. This can lead us to share things that are too personal, inappropriate, or in this case, downright cruel. What if YOU were a family member of a victim? Would that alter your thoughts and the tone of any posts you'd be making about Ebola? Honestly try to imagine for a ...
Reflections and responses through the eyes of an insignificant young woman in love with a significant, powerful God. Reactions to things I see, hear and want to share with others.