What first came to your mind when you heard or saw?
Was it his words.. or about what Charlie was involved with? Was it about your own potential in the Lord and your part in this effort as well?
Did if also make you recall other young martyrs for Christ?
Matthew 24:14 — “And this gospel of the kingdom will be proclaimed throughout the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come.”
Was it about helping to bring closure on The Great Commission in these last days (I'm talking about respectful world evangelization for the glory of Jesus),
That should come to mind for all of us.
I am in a state of shock and deep sorrow at the sudden news of Charlie Kirk’s death. I can't even imagine what his young widow and daughter must feel.
Soul-winner Corrie ten Boom said, “The measure of a life, after all, is not its duration, but its donation.” Charlie certainly gave it his all with his short life.
He had common sense in his head. He let anyone who disagreed with him speak and then showed them great respect.
As a gracious Christian first before all else, as a devoted husband and loving father, and political advocate, his intimate relationship with Christ motivated him.
Charlie Kirk began the TPUSA campus ministry at the age of 18 and he made such a huge impact on so many college campuses. Did you ever imagine how many people he touched and made a difference for around the world? Lord, help us follow his good exmaple.. help us follow You, Jesus.
You and I certainly aren't him. How can I describe his keenness of mind and memory, but hey, God DEEPLY LOVES and can use you as well! You're His carefully crafted creation, but are you in His family yet? You can be here and now!
Living Righteous (Not All Self-righteous) in Him is the Greatest Privilege! And this Worldwide Effort is Such a Privilege To be a Part of as Well.
I want to edify, encourage and gently challenge you every single day. We Each Can do our Part in Finishing The Task
Paul pressed the question in Romans 10:14–15: “How are they to hear without someone preaching? And how are they to preach unless they are sent?” Silence does not fulfill the Great Commission. Both our lives and our lips must testify.
When Jesus said, “You will be my witnesses.. to the end of the earth” (Acts 1:8), He was not giving us an optional assignment.
Choose to Consistently Be a Good Witness for Him — and "Go.. tell" Mark 5:19
Don't rely on you, rely upon Him who said that.
Jesus to his disciples in Acts 1:8 said, “You will be my witnesses.. to the end of the earth.” A witness doesn’t try to force, or to make, or judge hearts, or to prove per se. They honestly share what they've firsthand experienced, seen and heard. A Christian witness does that and then leaves the results up to God. We can't save anyone, but He can. We do our part and don't go too far trying to do God's part or try to pull off another person's part.
The Apostle Paul wanted God and His Message to go far and rescue as many as possible. He said, "We do not dare to classify or compare ourselves with some who commend themselves. When they measure themselves by themselves and compare themselves with themselves, they show their ignorance. We, however, will not boast beyond our limits, but only within the field of influence that God has assigned to us— a field that reaches even to you. 14We are not overstepping our bounds, as if we had not come to you. Indeed, we were the first to reach you with the gospel of Christ. 15Neither do we boast beyond our limits in the labors of others. But we hope that as your faith increases, our area of influence among you will greatly increase as well, 16so that we can preach the gospel in the regions beyond you." 2 Corinthians 10:11-16
While doing good, were there lies told about Him? Yes, but the Apostle Paul denied those false charges against him and affirmed his integrity. What he was in his letters, he was to be when present with them. No double lifestyle.
He didn't class himself high, or compare himself, or compete with others (10"12), trying to block or hinder them? Nope. That's a clear mark of Paul’s humility that he refused to compare himself with others or engage in self-promotion. Drawing attention to self insted of to the Word is far from winsome. Paul's only personal concern was what the Lord thought of him (see 1 Cor. 4:4), though he needed to defend his apostleship so the Corinthians would not, in turning from him, turn from the truth to lies and liars.. active in comparing themselves among themselves. Paul pointed out the folly of the false apostles’ with boasting. They invented false standards that they could meet, then proclaimed themselves superior for meeting them.
He was not boasting "beyond measure" (10:13). In stark contrast to those proud, arrogant, boastful false apostles out doing their own thing, Paul refused to say anything about himself or his ministry that was not true and God-given. the limits of the sphere which God appointed us. Paul was content to stay within the bounds of the ministry God had given him—that of being the apostle to the Gentiles (Rom. 1:5; 11:13; 1 Tim. 2:7; 2 Tim. 1:11). Thus, contrary to the claims of the false apostles, Paul’s sphere of ministry included Corinth. The apostle again demonstrated his humility by refusing to boast of his own accomplishments, preferring to speak only of what Christ had done through him (Rom. 15:18; Col. 1:29).
Did he want to see his sphere and area enlarged? Yes, for others' sake. When the crisis in Corinth had been resolved and the Corinthians’ faith was strengthened, then Paul would, with their prayers and assistance, expand his ministry of truth into new areas and regions far beyond. It was all about pleasing the Lord and others, not bout self. Talking about other areas such as Rome (see 10:16, Acts 19:21) and Spain (Rom. 15:24, 28). The thought of self-glory was very repugnant to Paul (see 10:17); he boasted only in the Lord (Jer. 9:23, 24; 1 Cor. 1:31).
So just go and speak what's so -- be a good witness. We are to exemplify and live the truth we proclaim. Our consistency in this matters — living by Christ’s enabling Spirit, shining light in both word and deed. Paul wrote in Philippians 1:27, “Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ.”
But being a witness is not just about living uber-quietly (even though there are certainly times to listen and be quiet), but there's also a time for standing up for what you believe in — it’s also about going and telling.
Romans 10:14–15 reminds us: “How will they hear without someone preaching? And how are they to preach unless they are sent?” Both life and lips must testify.
Stories of Young Witnesses Who Were Killed So Young Bother Us, But They Can Also Edify!
Jim Elliot (1927–1956) – At only 28, he and four others were speared to death trying to reach the Huaorani tribe in Ecuador. His journal echoed eternity: “He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain that which he cannot lose.” His death sparked thousands to missions.
David Brainerd (1718–1747) – Though frail and sick, at 29 he died ministering to Native Americans in the forests of New Jersey. His journals, later published by Jonathan Edwards, fanned missionary passion for generations.
Chet Bitterman (1952–1981) – At 29, he was kidnapped and killed in Colombia. His death led hundreds to take up Bible translation with Wycliffe.
Rachel Joy Scott (1981–1999) – Seventeen years old, the first killed at Columbine High School. When asked if she believed in God, she boldly confessed, “You know I do.” Her consistent faith, lived openly in school halls, still inspires countless young believers.
Cassie Bernall (1981–1999) – Also martyred at Columbine, 17 years old, remembered for answering “Yes” when asked if she believed in God. Her short life was a testimony of radical transformation.
Anneliese Michel (1952–1976) – While often remembered for controversy, she was simply a young woman who clung to Christ faithfully in suffering. Her prayer journals revealed her longing for souls to come to Christ.
John and Betty Stam (1906–1934 & 1906–1934) – A young missionary couple to China, beheaded by Communist soldiers at ages 25 and 27. Just before their execution, they knelt and prayed. Their courage stirred many to take up the missionary call.
People Know When You are Into your Position and Power. They know when you are Being Disingenous or Sincere in Reaching Out To Them.
Is There a Fresh Anointing, an Empathy, an Urgency with your Witness?
When was the last time you got alone and got real with your First Love? God loves His time with you, and your prayers matter to Him!
James 4:14 tells us life is “a vapor.” These young witnesses remind us that tomorrow is not guaranteed. Their voices echo: Do you care before you go share? Do you burn with a red-hot passion for Christ? Is there an urgency in your soul when you look at the lost?
Jesus said in John 9:4, “We must work the works of him who sent me while it is day; night is coming, when no one can work.”
Brother, this is our moment. To live it consistently by His enabling. To speak it boldly while we still can. To be faithful witnesses, in both life and word, until the whole earth is filled with His glory (Hab. 2:14).
This is our moment, believers. To live it consistently by His enabling. To care cuz of prayer, to tactfully share. To unashamedly speak it (about your own story and the gospel) when the time is right.. when they are open to what's so. Yes, to boldly go and show while we still can. To be faithful witnesses, in both life and word, until the whole earth is filled with His glory (Hab. 2:14).
Matthew 28:18–20 – “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them… teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
Mark 16:15 – “Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation.”
Luke 24:47–48 – “…repentance for the forgiveness of sins should be proclaimed in his name to all nations, beginning from Jerusalem. You are witnesses of these things.”
John 20:21 – “As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you.”
Acts 1:8 – “…you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.”
Romans 10:14–15 – “How are they to hear without someone preaching? And how are they to preach unless they are sent?”
Romans 15:20–21 – “I make it my ambition to preach the gospel, not where Christ has already been named…”
1 Corinthians 9:22–23 – “I have become all things to all people, that by all means I might save some.”
2 Corinthians 5:20 – “We are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us.”
Colossians 1:28–29 – “Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone… that we may present everyone mature in Christ.”
2 Timothy 4:7–8 – “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”
Revelation 7:9–10 – “…a great multitude that no one could number, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the throne…”
Habakkuk 2:14 – “For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD as the waters cover the sea.”
Psalm 96:3 – “Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous works among all the peoples!”
Isaiah 49:6 – “I will make you as a light for the nations, that my salvation may reach to the end of the earth.”
You've got This in Him! All Believers.. at no Matter their Spiritual Maturation stage.. Can Start with Finishing the Task Given.
John Stott – “We must be global Christians with a global vision because our God is a global God.”
David Livingstone – “If a commission by an earthly king is considered an honor, how can a commission by a Heavenly King be considered a sacrifice?”
Hudson Taylor – “The Great Commission is not an option to be considered; it is a command to be obeyed.”
William Carey – “Expect great things from God; attempt great things for God.”
Oswald J. Smith – “We talk of the Second Coming; half the world has never heard of the first.”
Amy Carmichael – “We have all eternity to celebrate the victories, but only a few short hours before sunset to win them.”
Count Nicolaus Zinzendorf (Moravian leader) – “Preach the gospel, die, and be forgotten.”
Samuel Zwemer (missionary to Muslims) – “The history of missions is the history of answered prayer.”
John G. Paton – “If on my grave may be written: ‘He preached Christ where Christ was not named,’ I shall be more than satisfied.”
Henry Martyn – “Now let me burn out for God.”
Adoniram Judson – “The future is as bright as the promises of God.”
Robert Morrison (a missionary to China) – “The Great Commission is not given to theologians only, nor to pastors only, but to every follower of Christ.”
Oswald Chambers – “The Great Commission is the primary assignment of every Christian; it is not just an extra.”
The Moravian Christian missionaries had this excellent motto– “May the Lamb that was slain receive the reward of His suffering.”
The courage of Charlie Kirk and these other Believers inspires me!
Jim Elliot (1927–1956) – Killed at 28 in Ecuador by the Huaorani tribe he longed to reach. His martyrdom stirred an entire generation of missionaries to go where the gospel had never been heard. His widow Elisabeth continued the work among the very people who killed him.
“He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain that which he cannot lose.”
David Brainerd (1718–1747) – Only 29 when he died of tuberculosis. His short life, spent among Native American tribes in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, was filled with suffering, yet Jonathan Edwards published his journals. Those pages lit a flame in William Carey, Henry Martyn, and countless others.
Chet Bitterman (1952–1981) – A Wycliffe Bible translator in Colombia, kidnapped and executed by guerrillas at age 29. His death inspired over 200 young people to apply for missions service through Wycliffe.
Nate Saint (1923–1956) – Missionary pilot and fellow martyr with Jim Elliot. His son, Steve Saint, later befriended and even lived with the tribe that killed his father, showing the reconciling power of the gospel.
Henry Martyn (1781–1812) – Brilliant Cambridge scholar who gave up an academic career to translate the Bible into Persian and Hindi. Died at 31, worn out from fever, but his translations continued to speak after his voice was silenced.
Boniface of Mainz (672–754) – Though older than these men, he was slain by sword in Friesland while baptizing converts, holding firm to his mission even in death.
All of their stories here echo questions it seems: Do you and I really care before we go share?
Do you have a red-hot passion for Christ inside? Is there an urgency when you speak about your love for God to the lost?
Each of these saved sinners could say yes — their brevity of life seemed to make their testimony even louder. God blessed their words to others. He doesn't waste a thing. A little bit of obedience to the Word of God brings a whole lot of blessing for many.
Each of them lived what Jesus said in John 9:4: “We must work the works of him who sent me while it is day; night is coming, when no one can work.” Their lives were short, but they were not wasted.
James reminds us, “What is your life? For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes” (James 4:14). The brevity of life here sharpens the urgency of the witness of many Christians here. We are not given endless years to decide if we will live all in for Christ or speak His name.
So I must ask myself — and you, as my brother in Christ: Do we care before we go share? Is there a red-hot passion in us for the glory of Christ? When we speak to unbelievers, is there an urgency, or only a casual indifference?
Our calling is not complicated. It is to consistently live as Christ’s witnesses, enabled by His Spirit, and to go tell of His grace while we still have breath. The task is unfinished, but the promise is sure:
“This gospel of the kingdom will be proclaimed throughout the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come” (Matthew 24:14).
Have you felt discouraged lately about God, prayer, church-fellowship and caring for others in this crazy-fallen, chaotic, hurting and broken world? So sorry about that!
God understands you. Please tell him exactly how it's been inside of your mind, heart and life. Is it hard for you to pray?
What has your life been about? What will it be about in the future?
“What is your life? For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes” (James 4:14). That’s why Paul could say “the love of Christ controls us” (2 Cor. 5:14),
That speaks of a healthy urgency to me!
You and I can pray for Charlie’s young widow, Erika, and their two very young children. Lord, please strongly comfort and grace these three. How can they understand why their fun and godly daddy isn’t coming home?
Charlie Kirk is in Heaven. The moment he took his last breath here on earth, he took his first breath in the presence of our Lord. He is in total peace, total bliss. He is now safe in the arms of Jesus.
That is the hope we as believers hold on to—eternal life through faith in Jesus Christ alone. Lord, make all of Charlie's recorded words go far and count for souls (for saved and lost sinners like me). I pray, Lord God, that You do what you do right here. Yes, I pray that You will pour out all you want to pour out that is totally good. Yes, send missionaries. Send another revival that sponds and awakening, another spiritual revolution to America and the West--that changes this world.
