CFM Statement
This year we are celebrating Merdeka and Malaysia Day amid various unhealthy events and incidents in Malaysia recently.
These include the violent act of terrorism in Puchong, Selangor; further deterioration of racial polarisation through deliberate actions of segregation, hateful speeches and intimidation calls; discriminative application of anti-sedition and anti-hate speech laws; wrongful usage of investigations where the complainants are intimidated instead and their freedom of travel is curtailed; anti-corruption laws being selectively applied; and a new potentially repressive law coming into force.
Christians in Malaysia are seeking and praying for our nation to return to a civil, just, fair, equitable, harmonious and peaceful state for all, including expatriates, residents, migrant workers and refugees.
We believe only that will bring back the trust, peace, confidence, hope, collaboration, meaningful sharing and partnership towards sustainable economic, social, cultural and political growth and development that is the rightful expectation of every citizen and resident.
As we remember Merdeka Day and Malaysia Day, let us, as the Christian community of this country, remind ourselves of our desire to share God’s love and message to all Malaysians.
Instead of losing heart and succumbing to hopelessness, let us gain courage and go out to conscientiously serve the needs of society in deeper and more meaningful ways through ministering to the needy, healing the broken-hearted, deliverance of those under bondage, restoring of rights to the marginalised and disadvantaged, give liberty to those who are bruised, hurting and traumatised, and teach about freedom.
Our response should always be to promote what is right within our society.
Let us be even more determined and intentional in sharing the love that God has for us and our community.
The spirit of Merdeka and Malaysia is one of welcome and inclusivity, not fear and xenophobia. Let us commemorate this year by celebrating our unity through our diversity.
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