The last few weeks have been a time of soul-searching for our nation. Many events have occurred in a short time.
The 250th celebration of the birth of our nation will be celebrated in 2026. As we grow older, events are moving fast!
First, the release of the hostages was a monumental step toward advancing peace in the Middle East.
Second, the election of a Muslim Socialist of the largest and most financially influential city of our nation has been a celebration for some and a fear and dismay for others.
Third, we are still reeling from the assassination of a young man on one of our college campuses.
Whether you knew Charlie Kirk personally, only as a podcaster, or never heard of him, it is disconcerting that a 31-year-old can be cut down and silenced today in America because of a bold proclamation of his faith in God. He challenged young people to think, a quality not practiced by all age groups today.
Sadly, it’s not the first time a killing has happened. In some cities, it happens numerous times every day as young, innocent people have their lives cut short. They never get to experience life, have a family, or live to be an older adult.
It’s not the gun that kills, but the evilness in the person’s heart, picking up and using the gun or knife to silence someone.
Charlie Kirk leaves a legacy of boldness in proclaiming his faith in his Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ. It has been a catalyst for young people to search for the reason behind his faith and to turn their behavior around!
While we need to pray for our country and Charlie’s wife and children, who must carry on without a husband and father, it is also a time to focus on ourselves and our future.
Have you secured your place on the train of salvation? What will you be remembered for? What will be your legacy?
The answer is found in Ephesians 5:16, which tells us in the Amplified Bible: “making the very most of your time [on earth, recognizing and taking advantage of each opportunity and using it with wisdom and diligence], because the days are [filled with] evil.”
This is often quoted from a poem titled “Only One Life” by the British missionary C. T. Studd: “Only one life, ’twill soon be past, only what’s done for Christ will last.”
This saying reflects the brevity of life, our purpose, and the importance of how we use our opportunities.
Pray for our country, our leaders, our law enforcement community, and each other! “God, please hear our prayers for a cleansing of our spirits and minds!”
Our spiritual side should not be ignored; it should be explored! In times of discouragement, remember that we have only one hope, and it should be placed in God our Heavenly Father, His Son, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit.
Well, now that we’ve had church, we can take an offering and go home! (Laughter)
Have a great month as we celebrate the birth of Jesus and mark the end of this year. I hope someone places a 5-carat diamond along with ten pairs of shoes under your Christ-mas tree!
Merry Christmas and happy holidays. Make a resolution for the new year to be the “best you can be!” Begin the new year of 2026 with a new resolve to be more Christ-like! I will join you.
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