A Martyr's Message

This message marks a pivotal moment in our nation, the global church, and our local family at Wilderness. In light of the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Pastor Travis pauses our Rooted + Rescued series through Ephesians to address one of the defining moments of our lifetime. Drawing from Acts 7 and the martyrdom of Stephen, we remember Charlie Kirk as a Christian martyr who boldly proclaimed the gospel with conviction and clarity. This sermon walks through the grief, anger, and fear many are feeling while calling us to a distinctly biblical response—not fear, vengeance, or silence, but obedience, faithfulness, and bold witness. The legacy of martyrs has always advanced the gospel. Just as Stephen’s death propelled the mission of the early church, so too Charlie’s life and sacrifice call us to live louder, love bolder, and be rooted in the Word. The question left before us: Will we be found faithful?