I have been reflecting on yesterday’s (January 25, 2016) incredible outpouring of love and support for slain police officer Doug Barney and his family. It occurs to me that the well-deserved and overwhelming show of appreciation wasn’t exclusively for them. In fact, it was a show of gratitude for all who put their lives at risk to keep us safe--be they policemen, firemen, or others who respond first to an emergency of whatever kind. They all serve, in a way, following the pattern of the Savior of whom it was said, "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends" (John 15:13). This is the spirit of service that Doug Barney embraced. This is the spirit of service embraced by all good men and women who accept the dangers of protecting our safety, peace and liberty. From this day forward I will pray for them and their families with greater fervor and will support them with with greater conviction. To them--all of them--I give my deepest appreciation and greatest respect. Henceforth, I will strive to serve my fellow men with greater love, courage and dedication.
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