Will You Join the Battle and Help Good to Overcome Evil?

The topic of discussion for this Constitution Monday concerns spiritual warfare. America is great because God is great and blesses nations who recognize that Jesus Christ is their God. Charlie Kirk was one American who centered his life around Jesus Christ, and he wished to be remembered for his courage and faith. He preached the gospel of Jesus Christ to everyone who would listen. Charlie was killed on September 10, 2025, by a young 22-year-old man who had yielded to evil and darkness because Charlie was effective in drawing people to Jesus Christ.

Millions of Americans – from President Donald Trump and his circles to high school and college students – were touched by Charlie Kirk. He did not hate anyone but loved both friend and foe. Every honest person who met Charlie in person or through technology were touched by his love for Jesus Christ, love for them, and love for America.

Charlie was honored on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Once the stadium was full, people went to the arena across the street. When it was full, they watched from outside. Millions of Americans were impacted by Charlie’s life and death.

Ryan Visconti authored an article about the impact of Charlie Kirk on people across America. He stated that there is “a deeper and more spiritual reason” for our great mourning and grief. He shared ten reasons for the impact that Charlie’s life and death had on so many. 

1. You’re more connected to Charlie than you might think.

Many of us felt a deep, personal connection to Charlie. We listened to his voice or watched his videos for hours on end, and over time, you really do develop a personal connection whether you’ve met in real life or not.

Especially because Charlie was so likable, it’s easy to think of him as your brother, son, or close friend. That’s not weird or unearned. It’s natural.

But there’s also a supernatural reason you feel this loss. We feel connected to Charlie as a reflection of our spiritual unity….

The same Holy Spirit who dwelt in Charlie is in all who’ve received Jesus as Lord. For Christians, Charlie is our brother in Christ, and when he was wounded, we all felt the pain. Further, his murder grieves the Holy Spirit in us. Our collective grief is a sign of our shared faith and unbreakable bond as Christians. When one part suffers, we all suffer.

2. We’re in a spiritual war.

Charlie’s assassination wasn’t just a political act. It was a demonic attack.

The same evil spirit that killed the prophets, crucified Christ, and martyred Stephen has now manifested itself in our day against Charlie Kirk. And it’s jarring to realize you’re smack dab in the middle of a spiritual war….

3. We mourn with his family.

While we all feel the loss, our hearts break for his family – his brave wife, Erika, and his young children who will grow up knowing their father was great without the blessing of enjoying him personally. The sadness we feel for them is biblical compassion….

4. Murder desecrates image-bearers of God.

The video of Charlie’s death, widely shared online, made us witnesses to murder. This marks the human soul in a traumatic way….

5. It could have been you.

This was not a political assassination. Charlie wasn’t a politician running for office; he was a truth-teller combating lies.

Everything he believed and stood for was based on his faith in Jesus Christ. His entire worldview was shaped by the Bible. Make no mistake, Charlie Kirk is a Christian martyr – perhaps the most significant in American history; he was slain on American soil, by an American, fighting to liberate Americans from the bondage of deception.

As fellow believers, we stand for the same truths he was murdered for….

Be encouraged: The martyrdom of Stephen gave rise to the ministry of the apostle Paul, and Charlie’s martyrdom will give rise to thousands of bold voices who will not shrink back from death.

6. We lament over lost potential.

Charlie was a uniquely gifted leader who was helping to change the political and cultural landscape of our nation. Many believed he might one day become president. His sudden death leaves us mourning over the lost potential of what he could have accomplished with so many more years of life ahead….

Charlie’s death requires all of us to step up and fill the void. There will never be another Charlie, but we can honor his legacy by picking up the torch and taking even more ground.

7. We can feel helpless.

In the face of such a tragedy, we feel helpless. We prayed for a miracle, but God did not heal Charlie or raise him from the dead.

It’s OK to be disappointed with the outcome, but we must never be disappointed in God. He is always good, even when our circumstances are not. Even when we feel helpless, we are not hopeless. We can make a difference by standing for truth, sharing the gospel, raising our families, and doing our civic duty. We will do our parts and trust God to do His.

8. The wicked are celebrating.

The evil, celebratory comments from Charlie’s critics reveal the wickedness in their hearts. These are people so blinded by sin that they call good “evil” and evil “good.” They are too hard-hearted to hear reason, and only God can change their hearts.

Remember what Jesus commanded in Luke 6:27-28, “Love your enemies! Do good to those who hate you. Bless those who curse you. Pray for those who hurt you.” The fact that hell is throwing a party over Charlie’s death is a testament to the difference he was making. The demons also cheered when Jesus was crucified, but their celebration was temporary, while our victory is for eternity….

9. Earthly justice is incomplete.

The news that Charlie’s alleged murderer was caught provides  measure of satisfaction, but it won’t bring him back. Even the swiftest and most severe earthly justice will not provide perfect retribution for this crime. This is why we hold onto the hope of God’s final, complete justice….

We can thank God for a justice system that holds murderers accountable, but we find our ultimate peace in knowing that God will settle all accounts perfectly on the final day.

10. Life is short, but eternity is forever.

Charlie was only 31 years old – young, healthy, and strong. His life was cut short, a stark reminder that our days are numbered.

… This tragedy should be a call to action for all of us. Don’t waste your life on things that don’t matter. Don’t be a spectator.

Our lives on earth are short, but eternity is forever. While we mourn, we do not grieve like those who have no hope. We have the blessed assurance that for Charlie, and all believers, to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.

Charlie’s assassination was meant to silence him, but the enemy has made a grave miscalculation. His martyrdom has awakened a sleeping giant….

We will not be silenced, and the truth Charlie died for will not be buried. It will only get bolder, louder, and stronger!