I am in deep mourning at the killings in Las Cruces. I also have righteous anger. Lives have been cut short.
You may ask, what is righteous anger? “Righteous anger” or righteous indignation refers to anger directed at injustice, moral wrongdoing, or sin, as opposed to personal offenses or anger stemming from self-interest.
Examples of righteous anger include Jesus driving the money changers out of the temple (Matthew 21:12-13).
The goal of righteous anger is not to harm or destroy, but to restore justice, promote righteousness and defend the innocent.
Righteous anger is seen as a reflection of God’s own anger toward sin and injustice, and is meant to be channeled in a way that honors God and promotes good.
New Mexico needs Jesus. The workers are few. Politicians are not going to stop this evil, only God. New Mexico needs a come to Jesus meeting. Do you not understand Pastors?
The state never repents and changes its behavior; the ugly behavior just gets worse. A.J. Madrid was just a child! Repentance restores our relationship with God
KFOX 14 Reports
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KFOX14/CBS4) — The community of Las Cruces is in mourning following a tragic mass shooting at Young Park on Friday night (3/21/2025) that claimed the lives of three individuals and injured fifteen others.
Among the victims was 16-year-old A.J. Madrid, whose family and friends are now speaking out about the profound impact he had on their lives. More Here
Four arrested in New Mexico mass shooting that left several teens dead at Las Cruces park
Pastor Richard Mansfield leads us in prayer:
Please join me in praying for Las Cruces, New Mexico.
Heavenly Father, We come before You with heavy hearts, grieving for the lives lost and the many wounded in the tragic mass shooting in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Lord, we lift up the families and friends of the three young men who were taken too soon. In their pain and sorrow, bring them Your peace, comfort and strength. Wrap them in Your loving arms and reassure them of Your presence.
For those who are injured, we ask for Your healing touch. Guide the hands of doctors and nurses, bring strength to their bodies, and renew their spirits. Let hope rise in their hearts, even in the midst of suffering and trauma.
Lord, for the Las Cruces community, First Responders, families and friends shaken by this senseless act of violence, we ask for unity, resilience, and an outpouring of love. When fear and anger try to take root, let compassion and understanding spring forth. Let this tragedy help everyone find strength in one another and in You.
When You said in John 16:33 “I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” – we had no idea just how bad those trials and sorrows would be.
We pray for an end to these violent acts especially by young teens, for peace in our streets, and for communities where such heartbreak will come to an end. Soften hardened hearts, Lord, and guide us toward justice, reconciliation, and healing.
In the mighty name of Jesus, we pray. Amen!
