Another Leader has Passed On

Every January, people speculate what they will do that year or what may happen in the world. The primary predictions for 2025 centered around political change. I'm quite certain nobody would have guessed the major adjustments in conservative Christianity that would come.

In July, Dr. John MacArthur passed away at age 86. He had been a pastor for 56 years in one southern California church. His Bible knowledge and clear preaching was loved by many and God used him to do much for Christianity. Dr. MacArthur's loss was hard for many, including me, but not completely unexpected. His health had been failing for over a year and he had rarely been able to preach. 

Just a few weeks ago, Charlie Kirk was martyred in Utah on a college campus. In the 17 days since, the world (not hyperbole) has been reacting by turning to God and becoming more bold in outreach by proclaiming biblical truth. One of the leading Pastors who boldly preached for decades was Voddie Baucham. Mr. Baucham passed away unexpectedly this week at age 56.

I enjoyed listening to Voddie's messages that accurately declared Scripture and didn't give in to societal trends. As an African American, he taught that nobody deserves something because of the shade of their skin. Voddie's book Fault Lines outlined the problems with social justice and warned of future problems if nothing changed. I learned from it and still have it on my book shelf today.

With so many leaders leading this world, more people are wondering who will replace them. As I heard one person reflect on this, he quoted from Isaiah 6:8 "Here am I, send me." Younger pastors and leaders need to step up and be bold for Christ, and I believe we're starting to see that change.

Living the quad life has challenges for getting out more, but I've found myself considering how I could be more active. One idea was to make more Christian videos on social media and see where God continues to lead me. 

We never know what a week, or even a day, may bring. Whatever you do this week, make sure to serve God wherever He calls and be prepared to be called to account at any time.