Before worship Pastor Kevin considers a week marked by both answered prayer and unsettling violence, exploring the interconnectedness of societal sin and its tragic consequences. Drawing from Romans 1, the message condemns the dehumanization of political opponents and the dangerous rhetoric that fuels extremism, exemplified by the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the broader cultural climate of division. Warning against relying on secular narratives and encouraging a return to biblical morality, emphasizing the importance of unashamedly declaring the gospel and trusting in God's power to bring life to a dying nation, while lamenting the loss of innocent lives and the persistent cycle of tragedy.