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MONDAY January 21, 2019
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Pursue peace with all people, and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord.Hebrew 12:14
Today is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, an American Federal Holiday marking his birthday. The holiday takes place every third Monday in January, which is near King’s actual birthday on January 15.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. had a strong message––one of peace and racial justice. He spoke simply, clearly and powerfully so people could understand the seriousness of the message he proclaimed. There must be no room in the human race for racism. King reasoned with people, hoping to reach the human heart. He likened man’s hateful actions to darkness and man’s loving actions to light:
“Peace cannot be kept by force; it can only be achieved by understanding.” Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that....