A Tribute to Charlie Kirk
Who did not know Charlie? If you didn’t, it likely means you never followed real news. I first came to know Charlie through my husband, who often watched his debates — not only with college students but also with many others. We will always remember him for his courage and for his faith.
Charlie Kirk was more than a public figure. To me, to my husband, and to many others, he was a brother in Christ. Regardless of his title as an American political activist and author, he stood with courage, truth, and joy, not only for the body of Christ but also for his country.
What kind of world silences people simply for speaking the truth? I cannot stand wickedness — God hates it too. The Bible repeatedly says God hates wickedness, sin, and injustice (Psalm 5:5, Proverbs 6:16–19). This is not about politics; it’s about truth, justice, and a biblical perspective on right and wrong. Too often, those called to speak with courage, truth, and joy are attacked instead. Charlie was only 31, married with two young children. Taking him from this world because of his beliefs shows just how much evil can influence humanity.
Charlie may not have graduated from college, but his wisdom and strength were unmistakable. What he carried was not learned from books alone; it was a gift from God. His courage, clarity, and love for truth showed that real wisdom comes from above. Even college students often struggled to stand against him in debate — proof that God’s wisdom is greater than human wisdom.
He also served his family the way God calls every Christian to do. He deeply loved his wife Erika, his children, and the people around him. His strength in public matched the love he showed at home. Erika said he always asked, “How can I serve you better as a husband?” and tried to be the best father he could be. Those who knew him closely said Charlie was an amazing friend — someone you could always count on.
What has happened to him echoes what Christ said:
“If you belonged to the world, it would love you as its own. As it is, you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. That is why the world hates you.”
— John 15:19, NIV
Charlie knew this truth, and he faced it with strength and conviction. Though his time was cut short, his mission is not over. God will continue to raise up people like Charlie to carry forward the work of truth and faith. His legacy will not be lost.
My heart is with his family, friends, and all who are grieving. May we honor his memory not for popularity or attention, but for the faithfulness he showed to Christ and to his calling.
Rest in God’s eternal peace, Charlie.
Photo: Gage Skidmore, Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 2.0)
Grace Overcomes Evil
Evil exists, but God’s love is stronger.
True strength is not in revenge, but in grace.
When we forgive, we reflect His light in a dark world.
Luke 23:34 (NIV): “Jesus said, ‘Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.’”
Even in His deepest pain, Jesus chose forgiveness. He looked beyond their actions and saw their blindness. When we forgive, we reflect His love, showing that mercy is stronger than anger. True strength is not in revenge, but in grace.
— The CLK Quote
Closing with the Lord’s Prayer
Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
And forgive us our debts,
as we also have forgiven our debtors.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from the evil one.
For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
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