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America is in desperate need of moral clarity and strong, principled leadership. This need was on full display in Cincinnati, where a city council member recently shocked the nation by celebrating a brutal assault, declaring on social media that the victims “begged for that beatdown.” At a time when our communities are already plagued by rising violence and deepening division, this kind of rhetoric does not heal. It wounds, divides, and leads others astray.
Read the original news report here: WCPO: “They begged for that beat down”: Cincinnati city council member under fire for comments on viral assault
For believers, this moment is a call to action. The Bible is unambiguous about violence and our response to it. Jesus teaches, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.” Throughout scripture, Christians are instructed to uphold justice, defend the innocent, and never glorify harm or retribution. When leaders in government celebrate or excuse violence, they reject the very foundation of righteous authority. They abandon the sacred trust God has placed in all who hold public office.
As followers of Christ, we cannot stand silently by while public officials choose chaos over compassion and mock the suffering of victims. Our calling is higher. We must advocate for those who are wounded and speak boldly for real justice. That means holding elected leaders accountable, but also refusing to repay evil for evil. It means shining a light on darkness without becoming hardened or bitter ourselves.
Christian response to public violence is not about vengeance or anger. It is about restoring what is broken. Our faith commands us to seek justice and love mercy, even when the world around us celebrates the opposite. We should demand that those in office show empathy, humility, and moral courage. When someone in authority publicly mocks a victim, as in Cincinnati, we are witnessing not just political failure but a failure of the soul.
The apostle Paul wrote, “Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” That is the standard. Christians must set the example in every community, even when leaders fail. We are called to lift up the downtrodden, to pray for both the victim and the wrongdoer, and to work for a society where every life is valued and protected.
Now, more than ever, Christians must speak the truth in love and insist that American public life reflect God’s justice and mercy. It is time for real leaders to step forward, men and women who know that public office is not a platform for division but a sacred duty to serve.
The events in Cincinnati are not the end of the story. They are a reminder that our nation’s renewal will only come when people of faith answer the call to lead with righteousness, compassion, and unwavering commitment to truth.
