The Christian's Response to Wickedness | Ep 20

How should Christians respond when tragedy strikes—whether in the world around us or within the body of Christ? In this timely episode of All Things for Good, Pastor Josh Strelecki addresses the assassination of Charlie Kirk and other recent acts of violence, calling believers to think biblically about grief, justice, and hope.

This episode begins with lament: Scripture teaches it is right to mourn, grieve, and cry out to God in the face

of loss. Yet grief must be tempered and guided by truth, rooted in the mercies and comfort of God revealed in Christ, who Himself suffered and is touched with our infirmities. From there, Pastor Josh emphasizes the need for discernment—rejecting rash reactions, misinformation, and worldly anger, while anchoring ourselves in the Word of God as the light in a dark world.

Finally, the episode directs listeners to the eternal perspective that sustains us: vengeance belongs to God, perfect justice will be executed by Christ at His return, and until then, we overcome evil with good, serve even our enemies, and hold fast to the hope of a world made new.

This message calls believers to grieve with hope, to stand firm in truth, and to live with courage and clarity in the midst of a world filled with violence and confusion.