Today’s Reading: Psalm 71
Psalm 71 is a psalm of lifelong trust, offered from the perspective of someone who has walked with God since youth and now looks back in old age. The psalmist pleads, “Do not cast me off in the time of old age; forsake me not when my strength is spent” (v. 9). It is a prayer that God’s faithfulness will continue into life’s later chapters, but it is also a declaration of confidence: “You who have made me see many troubles and calamities will revive me again” (v. 20).
This perspective is deeply inspiring when we think about the idea of legacy. Leaders, influencers, and mentors—whether in faith, public life, or culture—are often remembered not just for their words, but for the consistency of their character and convictions across time. While we as Christians mourn the murder of Charlie Kirk, we can remember him through the power of his convictions related to the Word of God. Psalm 71 reminds us that the highest calling of legacy is not fame or impact alone, but the testimony of God’s righteousness. Charlie consistently espoused that. The psalmist vows, “I will also praise you with the harp for your faithfulness, O my God” (v. 22).
For us as Christian, this means living in a way that, when our days come to an end, others remember a life anchored in trust and faith. Charlie Kirk’s legacy is just beginning to be written. Whether someone leads a large movement like Charlie, teaches a small group, or raises a family, the psalm calls us to use every stage of life to proclaim God’s goodness. True influence lies not only in building platforms, but in leaving behind a witness that points beyond ourselves to the Lord. Whether you have an impact like Charlie Kirk or an everyday Christian, we all can make an impact. Psalm 71 encourages us to think of legacy as a lifelong song of praise, meant to inspire generations still to come. Charlie Kirk certainly accomplished that.
