Called to Be Peacemakers

Part 3 in our special Patriot Day coverage.

In the aftermath of September 11, 2001, and in the shadow of recent tragedies like the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the attempt on President Trump’s life in 2024, I have been thinking deeply about the question: What guides us?

For me, the answer is clear. My biblical worldview is my moral compass. It is what anchors me when the world feels unstable. It is what shapes my decisions, my words, and my actions. It reminds me that my life, my work, and my voice must reflect something greater than myself.

As a journalist, I know that speaking truth into a divided world comes with risk. But my higher calling is clear: to honor God in what I write and say, no matter the cost.

I recognize that not everyone agrees with my worldview. Some may dismiss it. Others may reject it. But my biblical faith is not something I put on or take off depending on the audience. It is who I am. It is the compass I carry into every newsroom, meeting, interview, and headline.

The Bible speaks directly to this calling. In Matthew 5:9, Jesus said, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.” Being a peacemaker does not mean ignoring truth or pretending there is no conflict. It means bringing the peace of Christ into the conflict. It means speaking truth in love, even when it is uncomfortable. It means holding fast to biblical convictions while extending dignity and respect to every person, because every person bears the image of God (Genesis 1:27).

Romans 12:18 reminds us, “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” That doesn’t mean peace will always be possible. Some people will reject it. Some will push back, lash out, or even respond with violence. But my responsibility is to make every effort. To live in such a way that no one can doubt where I stand: firmly rooted in Christ, striving to bring peace where there is chaos.

This requires wisdom, and James 1:5 offers a promise I cling to: “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” I cannot navigate today’s world on my own strength or insight. I need God’s wisdom for every column I write, every story I greenlight, every editorial decision I make. Without Him, I would be lost.

My biblical worldview tells me that love is the greatest command. In Matthew 22:39, Jesus said, “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” That love is not conditional. It does not depend on political affiliation, personal opinion, or social standing. It extends even to those who oppose me. Even to those who misunderstand or misrepresent me. Even to those who may hate me.

That love flows from 1 John 4:19: “We love because He first loved us.” The love of Christ is not something we manufacture — it is something we receive, and then extend. It is what enables us to live differently, to respond with compassion when others would respond with contempt.

Violence, hatred, and division grieve my heart. They are symptoms of a world disconnected from its Creator. But every time we choose to love, every time we choose peace over retaliation, every time we point to the truth of Scripture, we are offering the world a glimpse of something better. Something eternal.

My biblical worldview is not just my private faith. It is the lens through which I see the world, the measure of my integrity, and the compass for my journalism. It is why I remain committed to truth, transparency, and community. It is why I believe deeply in the sanctity of all life — born and unborn, neighbor and stranger, friend and enemy.

I’ll be the first to admit — I’m human. I was angry. I’ve been known to say “the gloves are off.” But today I want to encourage you differently: put the gloves on. Not for a fight of fists, but for a fight of faith. Take up the full armor of Christ, and let’s fight together for humanity’s eternity.

As a journalist, I have a duty to report honestly. As a Christian, I have a duty to love relentlessly. These are not separate callings; they are one and the same, joined together in my moral compass.

So I will keep writing. I will keep speaking. I will keep proclaiming Christ as the only hope that can heal divisions and restore peace. Because at the end of the day, my mission is not about headlines or bylines. My mission is to glorify God, to point people to His truth, and to live out the love of Jesus Christ in all that I do.

The world is dark, but His light is brighter. The world is divided, but His love unites. And the world is searching, but His truth endures forever.

That is the compass I follow. That is the moral ground I stand on. And that is why, even in the face of violence and division, I remain committed to the words of Jesus: “Blessed are the peacemakers.”

When I talk with people one-on-one, I often ask them: “What is your plan for eternity?” We fill our calendars with meetings, deadlines, and appointments — but eternity is the one appointment we cannot reschedule, postpone, or avoid.

That question matters more than politics, more than headlines, more than the pain and division of our world. Because our hope and our healing will never be found in government or even in good intentions — it is found only in Jesus Christ. My prayer is that each of us would be ready for that eternal appointment, living each day in His truth, His peace, and His love.

Be a light. Be Bright. Be Bold.