In a speech the night before his assassination, Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., said,
Like anybody, I would like to live a long life. Longevity has its place.
But I’m not concerned about that now.
I just want to do God’s will.
And he’s allowed me to go up to the mountain. And I’ve looked over. And I’ve seen the promised land.
I may not get there with you. But I want you to know tonight that we as a people will get to the promised land.
So I’m happy tonight. I’m not worried about anything. I’m not fearing any man. Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord.
He knew his days were numbered. There had been multiple attempts on his life, yet he pressed on, holding on to his commitment to non-violent social justice.
Whether you choose to take a day off or a day of service, I hope you are encouraged and inspired by the life and legacy of this great American.
