Charlie Kirk’s assassination is sobering. Regardless of your stance with his politics or his platform, his life reminds us of something we can’t ignore: Faith is not meant to be comfortable. Charlie lived much of his life in the public square, facing criticism, opposition, and uncomfortable conversations for what he believed. His passing should shake us awake to ask: If my faith never stretches me into discomfort, am I truly making an impact for the Kingdom of God?
Not Everyone is Called to the Stage—But Everyone is Called to Witness
Most of us will never debate on college campuses like Charlie. We may never have cameras pointed at us, waiting for our response. But we are called to be ready. Scripture challenges us: “Always [be] prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you” (1 Peter 3:15, ESV).
That doesn’t mean we need all the answers. It means we live in such a way that people notice our hope—and when they ask, we’re willing to speak, even if our voice shakes. Maybe for you, that means talking with your coworkers about your faith when the conversation turns to values. Maybe it’s sharing your testimony with a neighbor who is struggling. Maybe it’s standing up for biblical truth in a culture that calls it outdated. None of these are comfortable. But each is impactful.
The Benefits of Being Bold are Worth the Sacrifice Comfortable Christianity
Jesus didn’t promise us an easy road. In fact, He said the opposite: “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me” (Luke 9:23, ESV). Carrying a cross isn’t comfortable. Following Christ by speaking the truth in love means walking into moments where our convictions and reputations are challenged, and where standing firm in what Scripture teaches might mean standing alone.
Look at the early church for examples:
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Disciples Peter and John in Acts 4 were commanded by the religious leaders to stop preaching about Jesus. Their response? “We cannot but speak of what we have seen and heard” (Acts 4:20, ESV). They faced threats, yet they chose obedience over safety.
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Stephen, the first Christian martyr, boldly proclaimed the truth when he was brought before the Jewish legal body (Sanhedrin), even knowing it would cost him his life (Acts 7). His courage stirred the church and left a legacy that echoes to this day.
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The Apostle Paul, boldly spoke the truth to the Areopagus in Athen, prominent leaders in culture, philosophy and religious skepticism (Acts 17). He could have stayed silent to avoid rejection or ridicule, but instead he brought the hope of Christ to those who had never heard it.
These stories show that discomfort is not a sign of failure or inadequacy—it’s often a sign that God is using us to advance His Kingdom.
Discomfort is a Sign of Growth
Think about it—when have you grown the most spiritually? Was it in the moments of ease, or in the moments of challenge? Like muscles grow after being stretched and stressed, our faith grows when tested. If we only live where it’s safe, we risk becoming stagnant believers. But when we step into the uncomfortable—whether that’s speaking truth, serving sacrificially, or standing firm under pressure—we step into the very places where God does His greatest work through us.
A Challenge to the Church
Charlie’s death is not just a headline—it’s a wake-up call. We don’t know how many days we have. But we do know this: our lives are not meant to be lived in safe silence. The Gospel demands courage.
So, here’s the challenge: ask yourself this week, “Where is God calling me to get uncomfortable?” Maybe it’s starting a spiritual conversation you’ve been avoiding. Maybe it’s inviting someone to church. Maybe it’s choosing obedience in an area where compromise feels easier.
Just as Peter, Stephen, and Paul faced danger and ridicule yet pressed on, we too are called to live boldly for the Kingdom. The Gospel was never designed to keep us tucked away in safety but to propel us into a world that often resists the truth. Your platform may be small—a desk, a coffee shop, a family dinner—but the opportunity to impact someone’s life is real. Comfort may whisper that it’s safer to stay silent, but God calls us to courage.
Let Charlie’s life—and his passing—be a wake-up call: the Kingdom advances not through comfort, but through faithful, sometimes uncomfortable obedience. Will you step forward?
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