The Legacy of Faith and Truth by Benny Johnson
Charlie Kirk: The Enduring American Dream
-the American Dream was not a government program or a product of political luck
-the freedoms we enjoy are not random accidents of history but divine blessings entrusted to a nation that once knew where its hope came from
“The American Dream dies the moment we forget Who gave it to us.” (Charlie Kirk)
-it was never just about economics or elections; it is primarily about the soul
Faith was his foundation:
-his confidence was not elf-made
-it was anchored in Christ
-he believed in the authority of Scripture
-he believed that truth was not something you invent but something you discover, something revealed by a Creator who loves His people and calls the to righteousness-for their own good
-emptiness that comes when truth is replaced by “your truth”
-when truth becomes relative, freedom becomes fragile
-Charlie’s faith wasn’t a photo op-it was real
-he prayed before every speech for clarity
His whisper, “Let this glorify You, Lord.”
His life:
-paradox of intensity and peace
-fierce on stage, gentle in spirit
-he was a man who fought battles in the public square but drew strength from a private altar
The American Dream as a Spiritual Vision:
-Charlie saw the American Dream through a biblical lens
-he believed America was founded on the idea that men and women are made in the image of God, endowed with dignity, freedom, and responsibility
“Our Constitution was made only for a moral and religious people. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other.” John Adams
-Charlie taught that liberty without virtue is unsustainable
-the American Dream depends on moral renewal
“We don’t need better politicians, we need better people.” Charlie Kirk
-Americans who still believe that faith and freedom rise or fall together
-politic can never save a nation that has lost its soul
A Truth-Teller in an Age of Lies:
-his goal was never destruction, but of redemption
-he didn’t cancel anyone, but wanted them to wake up
-he believed that truth was the ultimate act of love
-telling people the truth about sin, about culture, about eternity was not cruelty, but compassion
**in an age when so many were afraid to speak, he spoke, unapologetically
-the truth is not just an idea to be discussed, but a Person knows as Jesus
-Charlie would remind his audience that Jesus said, “I am the truth.”
Reviving the Dream:
-Charlie often stated that America was at a crossroads
-not left or right, but between good and evil, truth and lies
-he warned that our future would depend on whether we returned to our first principles
-Charlie didn’t preach despair
-he preached hope, fierce, radiant hope
-he believed God was not done with this country
-he believed that that young people, once awakened to truth, could lead a new Great Awakening
“You can’t save America unless you love America, and you can’t love America unless you understand what made her great–her faith in God.” Charlie Kirk
***Do not idolize the man, but honor him by living out the mission
-Return to Scripture
Teach our children what’s right and true
-Build communities grounded not in outrage but in virtue
A Final Word: The Enduring American Dream
-Charlie’s life was a sermon-not of perfection but of purpose
-he taught us that courage begins with conviction and that conviction begins with faith
-the one our founders envisioned and our grandparents prayed for
***believing that a nation that kneels before Heaven can still rise above its darkest hour
***seeking truth, standing firm, and trusting God
Honoring Charlie Kirk by Bob Paulson:
-tell future generations that his story does not end in death and defeat, but in hope for a better future
“He went into the proverbial lion’s den to be a light of truth, inviting activist-minded students, seasoned professors, and anyone with the courage to step up to the microphone to put their views to the test.”
-he urged the party to pay attention to the needs of young voters
-he promoted the right to build get out the vote organizations
-inspire Gen Z to be the most conservative generation in their lives in AMerican history
***use Charlie’s expert action plan to use the internet and social media to repackage time tested values for a new generation
-he modernized and redefined conservative activism
-Charlie championed family life as the most important duty of all
-believe guided by his strong Christian faith
-Charlie loved his Savior
-recognize the importance of cross-generational cooperation for the future of the conservative movement
-honor his patriotism, faith, and tireless advocacy
-he defended the truth, encouraging debate, and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ
-he welcomed opposing views
-he bridged our our political, cultural, and philosophical divides
-he lived fearless resolve to defend free speech and open debate
-he reminded us that our nation’s greatness does not come from government or institutions but ordinary men and women who speak the truth boldly, live their values unapologetically and refuse to be silenced
***October 14th will be a National Day of Remembrance in his honor
“There wasn’t a talk I heard Charlie give where he didn’t speak about his relationship and faith in Jesus Christ.” Bob Paulson