who is culprit

Who is the Culprit?

ABEE SMART MAMIDI

In today’s world, we often hear about the larger issues affecting society—health crises, social injustices, wars, and economic disparities. We know whom to blame for these problems, and sometimes we resign ourselves to accepting them as part of life. But let's shift our focus to something more personal: the everyday human crimes committed against one another.

Who is responsible for the hatred, the killings, and the moral failings we witness? Why do we see people lacking respect and empathy, being rude or ungrateful? When we ponder these questions, we might start to wonder: who truly is the culprit?

The Role of Money

Some might argue that poverty leads to crime. They say that those lacking money, in their quest to fulfill basic needs, can be driven to commit acts of desperation. But let's look closely: even among the wealthy, heinous crimes are committed. So, can we really pin the blame on money?

Money itself isn’t the culprit. Even in societies with strict law enforcement, crime persists. People are shot, lives are lost, and suffering continues, regardless of wealth or status.

Is It Parenting?

What about parenting? Perhaps a lack of discipline leads to these issues. Yet, we see well-raised individuals sometimes acting out, committing crimes, or treating their loved ones harshly. Clearly, it’s not just parenting at play here.

The Education Factor

And education? Surely educated individuals should know better. Yet, we still witness criminal behavior from those who have been given the best opportunities. This can’t be the answer either.

The True reason: A Lack of Love

After considering all these factors—money, law enforcement, education, and parenting—I believe the true culprit lies deeper: a lack of love. If someone struggles to love themselves, how can they genuinely love others? In our current society, expressing love seems increasingly difficult.

But who will teach them about love? Who will show them how to love themselves and others? Jesus Christ taught us the importance of love—He encourages us to embrace His love, grace, and teachings so that we may love ourselves and extend that love to others.

culprit found!

If you understand this truth and choose not to share the Gospel, how can we expect others to love themselves or each other? By remaining silent, we become part of the problem.

If you are a Christian and you know Jesus's love but choose not to spread that love, then you are the culprit. You have the truth, the good news, and yet you remain silent. By not sharing the message of love and grace with others, you are contributing to the very issues we face in society. It’s our responsibility to be vessels of that love, especially among our friends and family

You, especially as teenagers and young adults who know the Gospel, have a crucial role. If you let your friends and family grow up without hearing about Jesus and His love, you are contributing to a cycle of misunderstanding and lack of empathy.

Those who hold the truth about Jesus but fail to share it are, in essence, culprits in perpetuating this disconnect.

Conclusion

Let’s challenge ourselves to share the good news of Jesus with those around us. Let’s plant seeds of love and compassion in our communities. It’s time to take action and make a difference, one conversation at a time. Praise the Lord for the opportunity to spread His message of love!

Thank you for joining me in this reflection. Together, let’s work towards a world where love prevails.