Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

At the College of Biblical Studies, we aim to teach Truth, that will not only train students for their futures, but will also transform their lives! Martin Luther King, Jr. is an example of a transformational leader.

Today, as we celebrate his life, take time to reflect on why we celebrate this day- why our whole country celebrates this day! Martin Luther King, Jr. is one of only three people in the United States who is celebrated by a national holiday (the others are Columbus and Washington).

After an attempted assassination by a deranged black woman in 1958, King issued the statement below and also reaffirmed his belief in the power and effectiveness of non-violence.

“I felt no ill will toward Mrs. Izola Currey [sic] and know that thoughtful people will do all in their power to see that she gets the help she apparently needs if she is to become a free and constructive member of society.”

His forgiveness of the attacker and continued belief in non-violence is an action that characterized his life. His work led to the transformation of others lives, as well as other social changes.

How can we, as Christians and as leaders, influence others? God has saved us and changed us. How can my transformed life lead to the transformation of other lives?