In this episode of the Going Deeper podcast, I sit down with Jonathan Carl—an old pastor and friend—to talk through the aftermath of Charlie Kirk's assassination. We explore what this moment means for Christians trying to navigate the tricky intersection of faith and politics. We reflect on the nature of evil, the importance of holding fast to scripture, and the role of forgiveness—even in the midst of political conflict. This conversation highlights why it’s so important for Christians to engage thoughtfully and biblically in public discussions while staying rooted in the truth of the gospel.

More resources from Jonathan Carl: https://www.trustworthyword.com/ 

12 Rules of Political Engagement for Christians:
https://www.trustworthyword.com/rules-of-political-engagement

Next Steps When Your Nation Is Suffering—Be An Elihu!:
https://www.trustworthyword.com/next-steps-when-your-nation-is-suffering

How To Vote Biblically When Neither Candidate Looks Anything Like Jesus:
https://www.trustworthyword.com/how-to-vote-when-neither-candidate-looks-like-jesus 

How to Respond to the Most Common Arguments for Abortion:
https://www.trustworthyword.com/response-to-the-most-common-arguments-for-abortion

Timestamps: 
00:00 – Introduction and Background
01:25 – The Trump Tweet Incident
04:16 – Processing Tragedy: Charlie Kirk's Assassination
11:32 – The Gospel's Influence in Public Discourse
19:15 – Political Idolization and Its Subtlety
21:56 – Forgiveness and the Memorial Service
28:36 – Navigating Political and Biblical Issues
32:23 – Final Thoughts and Encouragement