In this age of diversity, equity, and inclusion, American calendars have turned their attention toward honoring specific causes each month. Rather than celebrate each cause every day, monthly themes are designed to highlight the accomplishments of African Americans every February and women every March. As one month comes to an end, teachers are taught to immediately switch the attention of children to a new month’s emphasis.
You will show me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy, at Your right hand there are pleasures forevermore, Psalm 16:11.
Why not celebrate everyone daily? Last February, author and sports talk host Steven A. Smith shared his own opinions on this topic. Using his show on ESPN as a podium and pulpit, Steven has come to the conclusion that topics like Woman’s History and Black History should not be limited to just one month. Rather, every day, these causes should be celebrated daily. If a sports talk show host agrees with me, there must be something to this argument.
This is from the Lord and is His doing; it is marvelous in our eyes. 24 This is the day which the Lord has brought about; we will rejoice and be glad in it. 25 Save now, we beseech You, O Lord; send now prosperity, O Lord, we beseech You, and give to us success! – Psalm 118:23-25
According to the Psalmists, you should seize each new day that the Lord gives you on earth. Meanwhile, the prophet Jeremiah writes about the newness of each day in Lamentations 3:19-24. When you wake up every morning, you should celebrate the gift of life. After this initial celebration, you should honor those who have gone before you by cherishing their imprint on America. As 2024 approaches, prepare your heart to celebrate others daily.
by Jay Mankus
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