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- On this episode of State Of Grace, our host, Grace Baldridge heads to Chicago, Illinois. She speaks to folks who are speaking out against the lack of regulation of guns in the U.S. Watch this week's State Of Grace to see what she uncovers.
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Refinery29 the video is not that bad. But the title is so misleading and clickbait-ty that it leads to overall mistrust.
I think the police should arrest them if they buy stolen property.
Refinery29 My husband was murdered by a random meth head who was walking down the same street that he was. If my husband had had a gun that night he would’ve survived. I carry a gun every time I leave the house. Unfortunately, our cities and states have proved that they cannot handle this drug epidemic that is causing people to lose their minds and attack people for no reason. I will protect myself and my family.
We need to make sure you can't have more then one gun not none but one.
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"I believe in the power of prayer. But then you gotta get up from your knees and make the word flesh."
Such a powerful statement.
Thank you State of Grace for producing another excellent show.
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I feel the same. Loved this!
@Irina Ivanova ONLY ONE made the Word flesh - GOD did, when He came to earth as the child Emmanuel, as the Lord Jesus Christ! Could be why, "No one EVER does this". NO MAN can! God already did! People CANNOT do this! She was just trying to "sound Spiritual" but she only sounds like she doesn't know the Bible.
I've watched 3 of these videos because of the title. (State of Grace) and find it is *the furthest thing* from TRUE Christianity I have ever seen - or close to it. This video is more like, "How can we take away America's 2nd Amendment rights"? Instead of trying to solve the problems of why people choose to hurt one another senselessly with those weapons - which more than 99% of the time, are obtained illegally. Instead, it calls those who support the 2nd Amendment as, "Having a love affair with guns". Nope, wrong answer. I may not agree with it, or even like the things (I don't) but I support American's rights to own them as I support the Constitution 100%. I notice these videos think this is some form of someone's religion?.... I won't say Christianity, (as I thought) as it is not TRUE Christianity. Especially when I saw there's a video up to play next that's about some "Scary reality to get an abortion in Missouri" . God Commanded, "Thou shalt NOT murder" and yes, that includes the unborn. So much for my finding something new to watch that I THOUGHT was Christian but is so anti-Christ I sadly must ask myself, WHAT was I thinking? I hope these people here ACTUALLY seek the TRUE Lord Jesus Christ, as this so sadly is NOT Him at all!
@@TheMistysFavs if god said thou shalt not murder, why do y’all need guns so bad? You know guns kill people right, or is that news to you? Why do y’all support capital punishment? God said a lot of stuff you all just ignore because it’s convenient to you.
“Faith without actions and works is dead. I believe in the power of prayer, but then you’ve got to get up from your knees and make the Word flesh.” I’m not a religious person, but that literally made me tear up. What an amazing person.
SAME!
aeswhoop fr when he said that it gave me goosebumps
Its because you were hearing the power and beauty of Truth, and G-d resides in Truth. As also love, this is why we are moved by such things, it touches our very Souls
So we can agree that it's the action that works, not the prayers.
Praying for the wall to change colour is useless without actually getting off your ass and painting it.
Word into flesh
This show does NOT get enough attention.
Because christians with dead faith don't like to feel called out and therefore will not watch.
I’m sayin tho!!! Such an excellent interviewer
How can we help State of Grace get more exposure?
I remember one of my grandfather's sayings: "The good Lord will grant you a plentiful harvest, but He won't plow the fields for you"
Change requires action, not just prayer.
"Social Justice is the DNA of the Bible and of Jesus. His ministry was all outside the church" NAILED IT!
then why arent more social justice warriors followers and believers of Jesus?
I literally spend my days waiting for the next episode of State of Grace. It is by far the best thing on CZcams. Grace is without question the best of the best at what she does and I love watching her interact with every person she interviews. Her genuine compassion and faith translate in every interaction she has with every person and she has this special intrinsic talent to make people feel seen and heard. The episode dealing with abortion and faith was life changing for me. LIFE. CHANGING. I saved that video and know the time stamp of the 3 minute section in which I heard what I've needed to hear for over 2 decades, leaving me with tears streaming down my face and feeling a supernatural, holy love I've not felt for awhile. My only complaint is I wish these were SO MUCH LONGER because when the 15 or so minutes are up I'm like "nooooooooooo Grace, don't gooooooooooo!!!!!" 🤣
+jenniferwooten WOW! This comment absolutely made our day! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this message here for us! So glad you're loving the content.
Well said 🕊
BEAUTIFUL!!!! I agree 1000%!
SAME. Grace has such a way with people and connections. And yes, I hope there is more State of Grace episodes in the future!!!!!! I keep binge-watching the current ones over and over
I agree!! And on that part when the lady said God gave Mary a choice I felt so empowered!!
On an unrelated note, when my dad was diagnosed with cancer, all I heard from others was "my thoughts and prayers will be with you". I hated it because it doesn't help my dad at all. I would feel better if they would say "is there any way I can help?". Even if there is nothing they can do, at least they asked.
Irina Ivanova At the least, it is something that someone says that they think will console you, they aren’t being rude or mean and it’s meant in good spirit. It should be coupled with actions of course
@Irina Ivanova God actually created us. So when you talk about physically helping someone, you have to understand that for someone to physically help someone, they have to be acting under the ability of what God can do through them. We are not alone. You should study the Holy Spirit in the Bible. We cannot do anything good except by God. He is our helper and our confidante. When we speak to God through Jesus and by the power of the Holy Spirit, he works in wonderous ways because he loves to hear speak to him and have faith in him. He loves it when his children ask for help and believe in him. But you have to understand, that people are not created of themselves. So when a person physically helps you out, it is literally from the power of God. We are sinners by nature and all fall short of the glory of God. But we must never assume that we have the power ourselves. It only comes from God.
I’m a Muslim, but I so love this show. It really lifts the spirit to see communities of faith taking care of each other.
+emiliesmith Thank you for taking the time to watch!
Emilie Smith Same!
5:51 *"either we live this gospel or we should stop preaching it"*
PERIODT
@@ekko6539 Periodt Jesus!!
This show needs WAY MORE VIEWS!! Grace, your documentaries are incredible. Thanks for providing a platform for the communities that are actively changing the world, one step at a time.
This series is literally the reason I subscribed to this channel. This is amazing.
+faerynnightshade So glad you're loving this series! We hope you give some other ones a try!
she is a phenomenal reporter... i always enjoy her commentary and content
Me too.and im an atheist
Oh yes, "live this gospel", after prayer "you gotta get up from your knees and make the word flesh". As "Kids Off The Block" - here's to you Ms. Diane Latiker! - And to you, Grace!
The people at that church collecting those guns or the people that protest against gun violence are what the term pro-life should actually mean .
Okay liberal
@@454muddaubercbradiooperato3 and proud of it 💪
@@Raccoon_Chic give me one reason I shouldn't own an AR. Besides the fact I dont want to.
Arrogant liberals who think they are smarter than everyone and think they have the right to tell others what they can and cant do are the reason why the founding fathers broke up from England.
@@454muddaubercbradiooperato3 where does it say that I think you shouldn't own a gun ? My comment was just stating my opinion that instead of taking away reproductive rights , pro life should mean saving fully functioning human beings .Its just an opinion , bud. People are gonna disagree with you. Welcome to the world.
Yours truly,
The Still Proud Liberal
@@Raccoon_Chic murder is murder.
there were alot of gems dropped in this video -
01:39 - school closures, inadequate funding of public works = higher rates of gun violence persists. *research told us the correlation between economically depressed areas and violence
02:44 - gun buyback program wrapped around the corner since it opened. *this isnt effective in reducing violence, but it does offer financial relief to sellers (even tho the guns are significantly undervalued)
06:18 - trauma: churches need to be more trauma informed
08:10 - you need permission to know you have value. most communities have safeguards and space that allows youth to actualize and be individuals
11:50 - 15 and 16 yo. need job/life skills. by providing resources, communities can change
these highlights really touch on the complexities of issues surrounding poverty. we have to remember, prison is a financially lucrative industry. funerals as well. knowing Chicago's history with racism (oh and baby, it is thick), we continue to see and experience the institutional effects of racist policies. if we want to end violence.... if we REALLY want to end violence, the themes above tell u how. trauma training and mental health support are paramount. then economic opportunities. the school closures all but seal any opportunity to end the cycle of violence but we dont talk about that and how economic inequality and violence is interrelated.
thank you for not making this about "sensible" gun reform. the issue with violence is SO much deeper than who can own or have access to a gun.
+soulglow Thank you for leaving a such a thoughtful comment here!
Because faith without action, and works, is dead. I believe in the power of prayer, but then you got to get up from your knees and make the word flesh. Social justice is the DNA of the bible, and of Jesus. His ministry was all outside the church. Where did we lose that? A lot of times I see churches that have great mission stuff overseas, but not right outside the front door. In my mind, the most revolutionary person that ever lived was Jesus Christ. He challenged the government and his harshest criticism was for the church. He called them hypocrites and vipers. If we’re not willing to be the lobbyists for the poor, the disenfranchised, the forgotten, the alienated. If we’re not willing to be that, then shut down your church, your mosque, your synagogue. Either we live this gospel, or we should stop preaching it. -Father Pfleger (thought everyone needed to read this once in their life)
Thank you for taking the time to transcribe this. Those words speak so deeply to me, and to the influence my faith has on me.
this is my favorite show on youtube it’s so good
+maliacole We are so glad that you are loving it! Thanks for being here!
You should check out their Shady series. It's also really interesting and informative
13:25 her smile-- she looks so proud of him. She the type to be screaming "that's my baby" the loudest at his graduation and he ain't even her kid
really encouraging to see communities of faith that use their faith as a starting point for collective action and tangible change. as a pretty cynical person who has seen some awful things done in the name of organized religion, this is a good reminder that religion is a tool that lead to progress, hindrance, or stagnation based on how it's used. great video, Grace and team.
+craftysunshine Thanks for taking the time to watch!
I love this. These people are doing damn good work! This video is so insightful. It’s a sad day when there are more guns than people. We have to find a solution that is more than “thoughts & prayers.” Too much money in NRA for government. Not all guns need to go but, fix all components; mental health resources, gun buy ups, education on conflict resolution. Come on people, open your eyes!
+ciaraendicottt So glad you got something out of the video!
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denzel seems so sweet! i'm happy to see such a passionate young guy, i know he will thrive
+magdadiaz ❤️
the only complaint i have regarding state of grace, is the length of the episode, i need them longer
For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also
Seeing so many people working for the end of violence in their communities makes me so angry when people say "Why don't black people care about black on black crime?" THEY DO, you just don't see it because you don't care to see it
Love Grace and this series!
State of Grace is my favourite video series, I am always waiting for the next one to come out! Keep 'em comin!! 💕💕💕
The boy at the end was such a beautiful soul. Wishing him all the best. I see so much strength in that young man. I would be so proud to call him my baby son. :) what an amazing interview. I love the interviewer too 💖
Hey Friends! (This is Grace)
I wanted to pass along links to some of the organizations featured in this episode, in case you’d like to donate or learn more. See below:
kidsofftheblock.us
purposeoverpain.net
thefcac.org
Thanks for watching and have a great day!
Oh my god. The way he talked about how you dont need permission to act up but you need permission to to be brilliant. I felt that legit in my soul.
Just blitzed through these in one go and absolutely loved it. great show, very open, balanced and well composed for a show that's tackling massive issues. Hope there's more coming like this, also Grace is nailing it, 10/10
I live in Northeast Texas, and unfortunately lots of people here are anti-left, traditionalist, and pro-gun. They don't know what it's like to have gun violence directly impact them, or what it's like to live in a community where your life is threatened on a daily basis. They aren't typically willing to look outside of their own experiences, or empathize with the hundreds of thousands of people who have lost loved ones to this problem.
It's nice to see, for once, that there are still people who want to spread the word about this subject and aren't afraid to stand for change.
I love this series SO much!!! Please keep going and don’t stop doing what you’re doing. Every episode is so interesting, engaging and motivating!
Please make these longer! Love the interviews and Grace so I'd like to see more.
Thank you for another excellent journey out into a community to show real work done on a daily basis to help to keep young people alive. Your forthright manner and explorations are among my favorites on this platform.
+nicolefields What a lovely compliment! Thank you for being here, taking the time to watch, and leaving a positive comment!
Thank you so much for shedding light on this. This video’s amazing ❤️
Amazing piece! Thank you so much for this story and sharing the voices of those who are putting their thoughts and prayers into ACTION. We need to see more members in our community, faith-based or not, to come together and lift each other up.
Hard hitting. Much respect to that priest from an atheist.
I’m showing this show to everyone I know, this show is absolutely my favorite hands down. I’m so exited to see what’s next.
In Ontario where I live, we don’t have to deal with this and the goosebumps I got while watching his video was unreal. I can’t believe how awful it is out there.
WOW. Grace is an incredibly gifted journalist. I can't believe I'm just now finding these videos. Keep up the great work. Cheers to this amazing production team!
These videos are incredibly informative. Keep up the good work girl
2:19 "I can't breathe" -- it's so fucked up that this phrase is once again relevant
I learn journalism in my class. And what refinery29 and grace did is awesome. This is content that we deserved. Thankyou guys
Can't get enough of State of Grace! Grace is super balanced, open and unafraid -- one of the best journalists I've seen in a long time, as she doesn't approach these issues with any preconceptions.
2 years late and i’m still watching Grace’s videos. i absolutely love the stories that are covered. so important and still relevant now.
This is the best video I've seen on CZcams. Thank you for making this.
Once again, another BEAUTIFUL, MEANINGFUL, TRUTHFUL video, Grace ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 I will ALWAYS click on WHATEVER you put out here, because I KNOW it will be WORTH IT 💯
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This is an awesome video! Thank you for making this video!
Grace I absolutely love your videos. When you talk I get chills. Thanks so much :)
Oh man when that young man was talking about his plans for the future, just about tore me up, but then when he was talking into the camera about if anyone needs help, to go to that organization, you could see how he was getting emotional and that is a testament to what she had done for him!! This was a great episode! I love State of Grace and all of her videos!!
Love this series it’s so so good!!
This is probably one of my favourite videos that Grace has done. Amazing job everyone!
+sophiariley So glad you're into it!
Wow! This was such a powerful video
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Thank you so much for these videos. I was a Christian for thirteen years, worked in the Christian music industry and was a deacon for two years. I jumped ship.
Me too
Truly inspired by this !!! Great Documentary ❤️
Such an informational video. I appreciate you :)
+alexandriavictoria Thanks for stopping by!
No problem :)
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Thoughts and prayers is almost always a passive dismissal of a problem. Empty words.
I’m loving your work, Grace!
"I believe in the power of prayer, but then you've got to get up from your knees and make the words flesh."
Preach, Father! That's a quote anyone of any religion could follow. Blessed be. + )O(
Your skin looks amazing, Grace ;) Also, this episode is solid gold.
I love Star of Grace....please keep these coming.
I’m honestly not even religious but if I were to be in that town I’d go to that church bc he’s such a good man
THANK YOU Grace for going right to the source!
State of Grace is the best show on YT so far. So so good.
+ilariatrezza So glad you're loving it, too!
Thank you soooo much for these!!!!!!
This episode reminds me of one of my favorite song. “Let what we do in here fill the streets out there! Let us dance for you! Let us dance for you!”
I came across this because I was looking for the Refinery 29 episode on children mining for mica and then I found this series. 💜💜💜. This was an excellent episode. As a woman in recovery we often say that faith without works is dead. I need to meditate and pray but then I need to take the next indicated step. God isn’t going to do it for me.
Good for you! Thoughts and prayers are private and do nothing to change anything.
16 seconds into this video and already like it!
7:32 The outline of the people dancing remind me of chalk outlines police do for the dead on the street. I can't be the only one.
I'm wondering if it's deliberate. The idea of 'redemption' in the Christian tradition runs a lot deeper than the decision to become a Christian. It's about taking something that has been broken, damaged, defiled etc and giving it beauty, meaning, and hope. So in a place like Chicago taking the idea of chalk outlines drawn in white around the dead as they lie on the ground and putting them on the wall, in colour, in forms that suggest movement and life and joy is potentially a powerful symbol of the work they are doing to redeem the situation in these communities.
Wow, I keep crying during these videos because they make me remember how much I wanted to be part of a church that really represents Jesus as a kid but then all we had in my country was the calcified, empty ritual that most Catholic priests represent. Atheist now but still love Jesus...
Awesome show, so glad I discovered it 👍
The thumbnail:
My brain: "Can't touch this"
THANK YOUUUU FOR THIS AMAZING CONTENT ❤️
+stefanieokay Thank you for watching!!
I love this type of journalism.
Walking around Promontory Point is one of the best ways to process all that. You chose well, Grace.
That sign at 2:23 gave me shivers 😣
Excellent video.
I'm sad I discovered Grace so late. What a great reporter!
A good report.
I watch this like a TV show and honestly, it’s better than some things that pass on TV
Talking. Thank you all.
This series has shown me that role models don't necessarily have publicity or vibrant suits with capes. Everyone in this video is strong and powerful. P.S. All the best for Denzel on his way to becoming what he believes is his calling to serve his community!
I've struggled with a lot of the topics in this series for years, without much backing from the church. In the churches I've been to, a lot of these topics are dismissed or aren't talked about at all. It's disturbing since so much conflict can stem from these subjects, both in and outside of Christianity. People shouldn't feel the need to suffer alone for fear of neglect or outrage should they speak up on their personal conflicts- especially in a belief system that is based on love, understanding, and generosity. Jesus was all about being there for those who were outcasts- for those neglected by everyone else, including the church. He wasn't afraid of questions, and didn't blow up when people made counter-arguments. He was patient and understanding. God gave us our brains to think critically- he's not afraid of uncertainty, but rather, uncertainty can lead us to find answers and resolutions, and can help grow our faith so it was stronger than before.
I'm a bit sad because I feel a lot of Christian organizations and churches wouldn't have allowed this series to have happened in the first place, even though this show has helped me in aspects of my faith where much of the church has failed me- not because this series is outside of Christianity, but because it explores it in ways that I've rarely seen before.
This show has really helped me so much with my own faith, not only because of the biblical support behind these videos, but also just knowing that there are other Christians out there who have the same questions and who have the same beliefs that I do! Thank you so much- this series really is life-changing. I feel a lot less alone in my faith.
God bless the Refinery!!!!
I love your work girl!
Great work Grace!
These types of videos have great clinchers! 😀👏
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This is amazing work, thank you for sharing+
+2dolly Thank you for watching!
“Social justice was the DNA of the Bible and Jesus.” Boy was that, absolutely powerful, what a phenomenal priest, I admire his strength and words. I certainly believe that Jesus is one of the most revolutionary men... 💛🙏🏾🕊 I’m like six episodes in and really liking this series, I’ve also “subscribed” now to this channel. Grace is pretty amazing, ❤️👏🏽🏳️🌈 I’m glad this episode also shed light on “The March Of Our Lives” a protest like never forget and am continuously grateful for that experience and I’m glad that I had an opportunity to be apart of it. This Nation has a serous problem when it comes to guns... 😐💔
This is Thought provoking call to Action!!!
SOO SO GLad i started watching this series. These saints come to life helping, doing and GETTING it done. and Mostly black women? Amazing, shine the spot light on ALL of them. They deserve it
Life changing content
The pastor / father is spot on
I love this video, my question to the media is why do we not hear from these pastors and leaders. Instead we hear from people like Al Sharpton.
I love this host
Faith is change without actions. Just have faith it will work out.
The Priest is on point 🙏🏿🙏🏿👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
How horrible is it that the ad that I got prior to the video was an ad for concealed carry and reciprocity among states? I've never understood why as a nation we just tolerate the unreal number of mass shootings and gun violence in general and never even try to legislatively attempt to fix the problem. It's a problem that's unique to us, and the common denominator in all of it is easy access to guns. Chicago does have strict gun laws, but it really doesn't do much good when Indiana has lax gun laws and is only a short distance away. There is bipartisan legislation passed by the house regarding universal background checks and red flag laws that has just been sitting on McConnell's desk. He refuses to bring any legislation passed by the democratically controlled house to the senate floor. I really don't care about someone's perceived "right" to own a gun. If stricter gun laws saved even ONE life, then it would be worth it. Until we get the NRA out of the pockets of our representatives, nothing will ever change. If we didn't do anything after 20 six year olds were gunned down at Sandy Hook, then I'm not sure the body count will ever be high enough to act.
This is faith and humanity at its finest