Charlie Kirk assassination divides us. Bible teaches us to ‘overcome evil with good’

If you feel heavy, you are not alone. In the past two weeks, the United States has been reminded – again, the severity is hard to overstate – the words have weight. They can heal. They can split. Sometimes, they can even be destroyed.

this Assassination Charlie Kirk’s appearance is more than just a title. It was a tremor, every conversation that ran through our country, every thread on social media, and every living room that discussed politics. Reverb is everywhere: in the White House, the administration’s response is quick and profound; Memorial and vigil; In the hearts of those who admire Kirk or disagree with him. this Storm of sadness, anger and anxiety Not cleared soon.

It’s easy to understand why. For many, Kirk not only represents the sport—he is a challenging, provocative voice, but he best insists that differences are not destruction. his Rely on the Bible Pin him in something deeper than everyday headlines. When the world felt confused, he turned to the scriptures that stabilized millions of people before him. “The words of recklessness are like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.” (Proverb 12:18 NIV) This is a call for heated debate, but in terms of respect, the challenge of listening is that you may be wrong.

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But after his death, the opposition came to its own conclusions – some demanded responsibility, some feared retribution. This tragedy has not mourned us, but has accelerated the division of the seams of our nation.

Five trends, one heavy trend

It wouldn’t be surprising if the past two weeks felt unusually dark. They reinforce some of the heaviest trends faced as a country.

• First, political violence returns to levels we have never seen since 1968. Over the past 14 months, we have seen two lifelong attempts by Donald Trump, killing Democratic lawmakers and her husband in Minnesota, arson attacking the home of Pennsylvania Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro, and Kirk assassinated. We settled again politics With bullets.
• Secondly, school shootings have become routine. From less than 12 times a year 20 years ago to over 80 per year in the past three years, the sheer frequency makes our shock dull. The more normalized these tragedies become, the less time it will change us.

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• Third, the murder of a young Ukrainian refugee (a woman who fled the war and could only be killed here) in Charlotte should be a time of common sadness. Instead, it became another screen of political division. Right noted that the killer’s 14 previous convictions were proof of leniency for the crime. The left accuses the right of racism. Human life, full of promises, has been reduced to the key points of conversation.

• Fourth, social media turns anger into currency. Calls for violence, even civil war, now open trends. The Bible captured the Bible this century ago: “They have sharp tongues like swords, aiming at cruel words, such as deadly arrows.” (Psalm 64:3 niv) Today, our feed is filled with arrows.
• Fifth, the duel reaction to Kirk’s death shows how far we went. Some people laughed and celebrated. Others seek revenge and disturb those who cheer. Both sides were pierced. “The words of recklessness are like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.” (Proverb 12:18 NIV) But recklessness is dominant in our public squares.

None of these are sustainable. You cannot celebrate a man’s murder on the one hand and threaten retribution on the other hand and expect recovery. You can’t weaponize sadness, nor expect a rebound.

The Bible invites us to consider

Charlie KirkThe best moments are not his sharpest rebuttal, but his willingness to debate openly, even in a hostile room. He borrowed from the Bible that is not separated, but for anchoring. We are not against the flesh and blood, but against the cosmic powers in the present darkness. (Ephesians 6:12) For Kirk, the real battle is not against the opposition to the power that takes us apart.

The verse is obvious: “Don’t take revenge, my dear friends…revenge is mine; I will pay it back.” (Romans 12:19 NIV) Grace and forgiveness are not weaknesses – they are the only things that can break the cycle of complaints and retribution.

Challenges for all of us

It is easy to laugh at both sides, lose your temper, and double your anger. When it should not be well deserved, it is very ugly, debate is inhumane, and choice is restrained.

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But this is the only way forward. “Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with goodness.” (Romans 12:21 NIV) We do not have to reflect each other’s anger or pain. We can protect our spirits, set boundaries with grace, and refuse to let other people’s darkness define our reactions.

If you feel overwhelmed, that’s understandable. The words that rotate around us are heavy and often poisonous. But the scriptures – and the best of our civic traditions – offer an alternative: listen quickly, speak slowly, and get angry slowly. (James 1:19-20) Goodness and compassion are not naive; they are necessary.

The overall situation

Words not only describe our world; they shape it. They can catch fire in the room, or they can bring peace. Now, too many words are deepening the gap and raising the ante.

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We all have choices. We can continue to use words as weapons, or we can use them to build bridges, even in the toughest chasm. If we choose grace over complaints, forgiveness over revenge, and truths spoken in lies shouted in anger, maybe it can still save us-if we let them allow them.

Regardless of your position, perhaps the real invitation at this moment is to see headlines and hashtags to identify the weight our words bring and choose them carefully. In this case, we may not only find a way to move forward, but also a cure.

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