We lost a big man last week. An icon of the civil rights movement, John Lewis died at the age of 80.
As a contemporary of Dr. From an early age, Martin Luther King Jr. Lewis dealt with “good difficulties, necessary difficulties” in order to bring about change using non-violent means.
It has been a long way and it is obvious that there is still a lot to do, but there is no doubt that he has made a significant contribution to equality and peace for his nation.
I am sure there were times when the change was too slow for his taste and it sometimes had to be tempting to give up, but for decades he kept going.
How did he do it?
In the words of the man himself:
If you are not hopeful and optimistic, just give up. You have to look for a long time and simply believe that if you are consistent, you will succeed.
It may take years to achieve your goals.
Massive, seemingly impassable obstacles can be overcome.
You can be frustrated and tired.
Please listen to these words and remain hopeful and optimistic.
Don't give up.
Take the long hard look.
Stay consistent.
You will succeed!
Have a good rest, Mr. Lewis, and thank you for your service.
So:
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