By the time you read this there will hopefully be good news about Nancy Guthrie. Our nation has prayed for her, her famous daughter Savannah and her family. 

The abduction of this 84-year-old woman is alarming and very concerning to us all. Nancy Guthrie is known as a sweet, beautiful church going lady. Millions of us have been introduced to her via national television. We feel like we know her and Savannah as they have been welcomed into our homes via television for many years. 

We have asked the question “Why would someone do this to such a wonderful elderly lady?” The best answer seems to be for money. Savannah Guthrie makes millions each year as anchor of the Today show. She would appear to be a deep well for cash. Sadly, it might not necessarily be for cash. People seemingly kidnap and kill others for no apparent reason. Some people kill others simply because they want to kill someone. Yes, it’s a horrific thought, but we know it’s true. 

Nancy Guthrie’s kidnapping is a frightening reminder that no one is ever beyond becoming a victim of a crime. Just because you are good and kind does not make you immune from being the target of evil. Evil doesn’t care who you are, how religious you are or how nice you are to others. An evil person will rob, hurt and kill even the very best of people. This crime reminds us that you are never totally safe, wherever you may live. You may live in a small town, a rural community or in a gated, security filled place but evil people plot, scheme and look for a way. We can never be too careful.

Lights are important around your home. Bad people don’t like the light. An evil person loves darkness more than light – the lighter the better. A barking, biting dog makes intruders think twice. A barking dog is like a big alarm going off. Bad people don’t like alarms. Be safe entering your home late in the evening; this is where light and a dog help. A handgun in your pocket also helps. Have the handgun in your hand and the safety off. If someone comes at you from out the bushes then protect yourself. If someone is waiting on you in your house and have your gun in hand, you can defend yourself against the evil perpetrator. Security cameras can be great for catching people later but they may not prevent anyone from attacking you. 

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. We all hope and pray this happens to no one, but it does. It happened to Nancy Guthrie and none of us are immune. 

In 2024 533,936 persons were reported missing in the United States and 203,330 were over the age of 18. Be prayerful for Nancy Guthrie – and remain alert for your own safety. 

— Dr. Glenn Mollette may be emailed at gmollette@aol.com.