I don’t usually talk about politics here; it’s not my passion or my purpose for this blog. However, I’m grateful for my brothers and sisters in Christ who do talk about politics—and specifically for those who hold fast to God’s Word and communicate it boldly. That’s why I’m going to talk about politics in this post because—because last week, I lost a brother in Christ named Charlie Kirk who was killed simply because he held fast to God’s Word and communicated it boldly.
My Gut Reaction
I didn’t know Charlie Kirk. I never met him. I didn’t attend his events, watch his debates, or listen to his podcast. I didn’t follow him closely—or really, at all—but I heard people mention his name. It’s not that I disliked him; I simply didn’t keep up with him.
However, when I found out that Charlie had been murdered, I was shocked. I’m not completely sure why the news disturbed me so much. After all, I didn’t know him. Plus, shootings at churches, schools, and other public places felt fairly common. I heard about violent acts all the time (unfortunately).
But the more I thought about Charlie’s death, the more I realized what was at the core of my disbelief—and my grief. I watched his wife Erika give a speech after his death, and she called him a martyr. Ultimately, Charlie died because he was a conservative Christian who defended the truth of Scripture—and he died in the United States of America, a country where free speech is defended…until it isn’t.
I’m not saying that I agreed with everything Charlie said or that he was a flawless person; I’m saying that I applaud his willingness to proclaim his faith so boldly. And frankly, I feel convicted by his courage. Maybe that’s another reason I felt so troubled when I heard that he had been murdered. Personally, I haven’t stood firm in my faith—but I need to.
Beyond the Disbelief
Remember Jesus Christ, risen from the dead, descendant of David, according to my gospel, for which I suffer hardship even to imprisonment as a criminal; but the word of God is not imprisoned. For this reason I endure all things for the sake of those who are chosen, so that they also may obtain the salvation which is in Christ Jesus and with it eternal glory. It is a trustworthy statement: For if we have died with Him, we will also live with him; if we endure, we will also reign with Him; if we deny Him, He will also deny us; if we are faithless, He remains faithful, for He cannot deny himself. Remind them of these things, and solemnly charge them in the presence of God not to wrangle about words, which is useless and leads to the ruin of the hearers. Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, accurately handling the word of truth. (2 Timothy 2:8-15 NASB1995)
Whether you agreed with everything Charlie said or nothing Charlie said, I’m sure you realize that what happened to him is a tragedy. And it should break out hearts. I urge you to pray for his family and friends and to grieve the evil that was committed against him. But don’t let this tragedy shake your faith. If you stand firm in the Lord, you can have confidence moving forward and assurance that Charlie is now with Him.
If you don’t have a person relationship with Jesus, all you need to do to begin this relationship is confess with your mouth that He is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead (Romans 10:9). Becoming a Christian isn’t about a checklist; it’s a choice. If you make this choice, you can develop a strong faith—the kind of faith Charlie had. May today be the day you choose Jesus.
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