Yesterday ...

Yesterday, this country suffered a major shock. Oddly enough, it was the day before the twenty-fourth anniversary of 09/11, a horrific event in our country.  Is this a  coincidence or was it planned that way?  I don't know.  

Hearing about Charlie Kirk being gunned down was tragic.  Honestly for many of us, it is difficult to believe.  Yesterday afternoon and last night I watched the news and read social media posts. 

Please pray for Charlie's wife and children.  Their lives will be very different now that he is gone.  I cannot even imagine the heartache.  

Some on social media noted shock, sorrow, and outrage because of his death.  Unfortunately, others on social media were horrific.  They had no sympathy for Charlie.  Honestly, it seems some folks have no regard for the sanctity of human life.  They called Charlie Kirk all sorts of horrible names. 

At first I was shocked - then angry - but the anger quickly turned to a deep sadness.  Sadness for his wife – sadness for his children – and sadness for a lost society.  The world certainly seems dark these days, doesn’t it?  

I have a feeling Charlie Kirk’s actions and words will live on for a long time.  And I pray we as Christians can help turn things around in this country - I'm not necessarily talking about politics. I am talking about spiritually.  I pray for our religious freedom.  I also pray we will learn to stand up for our beliefs and speak out when necessary. 

The death of such an iconic figure is always tragic. I believe Charlie did a lot of good in his life.  I will miss seeing him and hearing about him.  He was a positive influence for many of us.  

And so it seems the battle of good vs. evil isn't dying down anytime soon.  That is why we hold on to our faith.  

Jesus Christ came over 2000 years ago to die for our sins and then rise again.  Jesus lives! 

“…Christ Jesus is the one who died—more than that, who was raised—who is at the right hand of God, who indeed is interceding for us” (Romans 8:34).

It is important for us to remember the fact that Jesus is alive!  He reigns in heaven now, and He stands for us. He claims us as His own.  This is why we hold on to our hope.  It is why we should always be strong and courageous. 

Here is another verse we should always remember.  It is found in Romans 8:1 – “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”   We can have confidence in Christ.  He will never let us down.  Never.

Yes, there is a lot of darkness in this world.  There is hatred and evil.  Someone will always want to stop the message of Christ who is “the Way, the Truth, and the Life.”  It is through Him that we will be able to go to the Father one day. (John 14:6).

The battle of good and evil will rage on as long as this world stands; but we can never give up.  We must continue to let our light shine because when it is all said and done, God wins!  This means those who follow His Son will also win! 

“For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison,” (2 Corinthians 4:17).

Christ above all things - Robin