The Fear Is Real — But So Is the Calling

 Fear Is Real — But So Is the Calling

Right now the fear is real in the country.  I believe every soul is sacred. No administrative error, no government decree, no border policy can strip that truth away. I am reminded of the story we tell of the early years of Susan B. Anthony, who was raised Quaker, and how she was taught that everyone is equal in the eyes of God — male/female, Black/white.

Additionally, a book by U.S. Andersen, Three Magic Words, reinforced my beliefs. In his book, Andersen discusses the power of recognizing our divine essence — the idea that each of us is an expression of the same divine source. When we truly understand this, hatred becomes impossible, because it recognizes the divinity both in others and in ourselves. By embracing this shared divine nature, we open ourselves to love, empathy, and unity. We no longer see others as separate or in opposition, but as a reflection of the same sacred truth.

As a Medium and spiritual teacher, I often speak of Divine Law — or what some call Natural Law. It’s the order written into creation itself. It honors life, truth, justice, and the dignity of each human being. It exists beyond human systems and governments. And when man’s law breaks from that divine order, we are not only permitted to speak — we are called to.

When Spirit Calls Us to Speak: The Case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia

In March, Kilmar Abrego Garcia — a man legally protected in the United States — was deported by mistake and imprisoned in El Salvador. The government has since admitted it was an “administrative error.” And still, no action has been taken to correct it by the President of the United States. In fact, he refuses to act, even after the Supreme Court demanded it.

This is more than a policy failure. This is a moral failure. A spiritual one.  This country is not only in a Constitutional crisis, it is facing a spiritual crisis — eroding kindness and compassion in a time when they are needed the most.

This moment reminds me of something I’ve heard in many sacred circles:  “Spirit whispers before it shouts.”  History has whispered warnings before — in the slow erosion of rights, the misuse of power, and the turning away of good people. The echoes of past atrocities often begin with so-called errors, and the dangerous idea that one life can be overlooked for the sake of order.

But Spirit does not overlook.
And neither should we.

What Can We Do?

Yes, we are at a crossroads in history, and it terrifies me. But in moments like these, compassion and kindness must guide our actions.  Take time to reflect on how you can make a difference. Even if it’s just supporting those out there fighting on the front lines, it’s crucial that we act before it’s too late.

Compassion is our duty — not just in the small, quiet moments, but in the loud, demanding moments when injustice calls for us to stand up.

Here’s what I invite you to do:

• Say Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s name. Speak of his case. Bring awareness to others.

• Write or call your representatives. Let them know you expect this wrong to be corrected.

• Hold this story in your heart. Pray, meditate, and ask Spirit how you are meant to act.

• Thank others. Send a handwritten note to someone taking action, letting them know that they matter.

• Journal. Understand what you are feeling, so you can better act in the future.

  • Where in my life have I stayed silent out of fear? What did that cost me — or others?
  • What does courage look like for me today — not in theory, but in practice?
  • How do I discern the difference between divine guidance and personal avoidance?
  • What part of this story stirred something in me — and why?
  • How can I align my spiritual values with real-world action in a way that feels authentic?

Spiritual Silence Is Not Neutral

There’s a dangerous idea in some spiritual circles — that to stay in the light, we must stay out of conflict. That peace means passivity. That silence keeps us safe. History has taught us that is not the case.  True peace is not the absence of disruption — it’s the presence of justice. Still, I want to name the truth that lives under our silence: fear.

Many of us are afraid. Afraid of judgment, of being misunderstood, of backlash. Afraid that if we speak out, we’ll lose something — reputation, safety, peace.  And the oppressors? They want us afraid. They thrive when we’re confused and overwhelmed, when outrage clouds our ability to breathe, let alone process our fear.

I feel that fear too. But Spirit has shown me that fear doesn’t mean we’re not brave — it means the moment matters.

Silence might feel safe, but it comes at a spiritual cost. When we ignore injustice, especially when it knocks loudly and publicly, we step out of alignment with Natural Law — the deep order that honors truth, love, and human dignity above all else.

We cannot claim to walk with Spirit and turn away from suffering. Not without wounding the very connection we seek.

Let us speak — even if our voice trembles.
Let us act — even if we start small.

Because in this moment, spiritual silence is not neutral.  It is exactly what the oppressors want — our quiet surrender, so they can control and harm without resistance.  In this moment, Spirit is calling us to choose courage — and courage asks for a great amount of faith.

Faith to show up with kindness.  To lead with compassion.  Find a way to stand for those who are being wronged.  To move past our fear and co-create a world that is just for all.