In the days since, Cavil’s Facebook post has sparked an outpouring of support, with 2,400 reactions and 885 comments, some of which were left by Facebook users offering to send him the tip money. But Cavil, who is planning to attend Dallas Baptist University, is thinking bigger picture. "It was not about the money. It was never about the money, it's about shedding the light on an issue I feel very passionate about,” he told the outlet of his decision to share the reported story, citing his faith in God as motivation.
“I share this because I want people to understand that this racism, and this hatred still exists. Although, this is nothing new, it is still something that will test your faith.
All day I’ve had to remind myself that Jesus died for these people too,” the 20-year-old continued on Facebook. “I have decided to let this encourage me, and fuel me to change the world the only way I know how. So to all the haters out there, keep talkin, [you're] only helping me step into my destiny!”
"I just had to think … what would Jesus do in this situation?," he added to Big 2/Fox 24.
Representatives for Saltgrass Steakhouse returned Fox News’ request for comment with the following statement:
"We stand by and support our employee. Racism of any form is unacceptable and we have banned this customer from returning to our establishment,” company COO Terry Turney said.
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