In this special episode of the Strong By Design Podcast, we come together not only as co-workers but as brothers in Christ, as husbands, and as fathers. We reflect on the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk — a man whose voice and convictions inspired millions and whose absence is deeply felt.
Regardless of political beliefs, every life is made in God’s image. The tragic loss of a husband and father should never be mocked or celebrated. In our conversation, we share personal thoughts and emotions about what this moment means for our families, our communities, our nation, and the world.
We discuss:
The value of life and the human cost of this tragedy.
The danger of silencing speech with violence.
How attempts to destroy a messenger can only amplify the message.
The state of our nation in a culture of division and unrest.
Our responsibility as Christian men to lead our families and communities with faith, courage, and unity.
This episode is not about politics, but about people, faith, and the call to stand boldly for truth in difficult times. Join us as we honor Charlie Kirk’s life, pray for his family, and reflect on the greater meaning of this moment.
Time Stamps:
Rest In Peace Charlie Kirk [Special Edition]
00:43 – Welcome to the 'Strong by Design' podcast!
02:46 – Who is Charlie Kirk? Team Critical Bench talks about his shocking death
10:45 – Understanding the all-or-nothing mindset
15:13 – Guess how many college campuses Charlie visits each year
20:01 – Why is it hard to know what’s true today
24:59 – How answering evil with good changes everything
29:02 – Knowing the challenges and strength of free speech
35:35 – How believers responded to what happened with Charlie
40:21 – Seeing beyond the physical into the spiritual
46:00 – Listening to a Charlie Kirk AI message
48:45 – What Jesus taught about times of persecution
51:10 – A powerful Bible insight on Paul and Stephen
56:28 – Closing in a powerful prayer with Jared
58:31 – Please share and leave ratings & reviews for the SBD podcast!
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