In the Bible, the book of Acts portrays Stephen as a man of exceptional intellect and eloquence. As a leader in the early church, his wisdom and powerful speaking were so compelling that his opponents could not argue against him. Who does that sound like? Stephen is considered the very first Christian martyred for his faith. And as I sit here…I wanna be so pissed. I wanna be mad at Trump. Mad at Kash. All of them. We’re not back, we’re being killed off!….but it’s not there fault. It’s this world. It’s Satan. As I sat there in my grief, I was reminded by the Holy Spirit about Stephen. Because even as he was being stoned to death, as he prayed for forgiveness for his executioners…who was also there? Saul. Soon after Saul would leave for Damascus where he encounters Jesus. Soon Saul would become Paul. And Paul was amazing. This is God’s plan. From heaven Stephen would be cheering on Paul. God’s plan is always worth it. And now, as I stand up against my own hatred, my own wants…I pray, hoping Charlie’s death will create a thousand more Charlie Kirks. A million more. Those who are fearless. As we Christians are suppose to be. I’m not. I’m afraid. I feel it, and I’m sorry for my weakness Lord. I hate my weakness. It feels like unsure footing. Charlie was an inspiration to me for his faith. And I loved it. Man I’ll miss him. Satan may have killed him, but God’s plan can and will be so much better. So much more worth it. We lost Stephen, now bring the Paul’s Lord. I love you so much Lord. And those who follow you. Thank you for Charlie Kirk. Thank you for saving both our lives. In your precious name Jesus, Lord. I pray all things. Thank you.