In the face of unimaginable pain, she showed what the world cannot comprehend. At her husband Charlie’s memorial, she looked into the camera and addressed his killer, saying, “I forgive you.”

One of the most misunderstood biblical concepts in our day is forgiveness. Like taking hold of water, people cup it with their hands only to see it slip out between their fingers.

When Christians step up and want laws that stem from the Bible, things begin to change for the better. When we demand that murder, rape, and kidnapping be punished with the death penalty, then we start to draw nearer to righteousness. Yes, Christians must forgive, but we mustn’t mix categories.

There is much to be concerned about in Europe. This once thriving land full of churches (though not always spot on theologically) has now turned into a Christian wasteland. However, the Gospel brings new life.