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The Martyr's Crown | Pastor Lucas Miles

September 14, 2025 • Nfluence Church

The Martyr’s Crown

Podcast from Nfluence Church | Granger, Indiana
Featuring: Pastor Lucas Miles

Pastor Lucas Miles delivered a powerful and moving message titled "The Martyr’s Crown," reflecting on the life, faith, and recent martyrdom of Charlie Kirk. The service was a time of both mourning and hope, as we remembered Charlie’s commitment to Christ and the impact his life continues to have around the world. This episode is a call to action: to reconcile broken relationships, share the gospel with urgency, and stand firm in faith no matter the cost.

Key Takeaways:

Even in times of loss and confusion, God’s Spirit is at work, bringing revival and hope.
Focus on Christ: Set aside distractions, conspiracy theories, and division, and instead focus on the gospel and loving others as Christ did.
The Call to Reconciliation: If you are estranged from family or friends, now is the time to reach out in humility and seek peace. Life is too short for unresolved conflict.
The Martyr’s Example: Drawing from church history and the story of Polycarp, Pastor Lucas highlighted the courage of those who stand for Christ, even unto death. Charlie Kirk’s life was likened to that of a modern-day martyr—willing to speak truth and endure hardship for the sake of the gospel.
Martyrdom is Victory, Not Defeat: Scripture teaches that martyrdom is not the end, but a victory in Christ. The testimony of those who give their lives for Jesus continues to inspire faith and transformation.
A Call to Action: The church is not a place for spectators, but for total involvement. We are all called to lead, serve, and share the hope of Christ with boldness.

Let us honor Charlie’s legacy by living courageously for Christ, seeking reconciliation, and sharing the gospel with those around us. May we all strive to receive the “martyr’s crown” by remaining faithful, no matter the cost.

1:24 Encouragement: Stay Out of the Fray, Focus on Christ

2:01 The Dangers of Distraction

4:29 The Threats Facing Our Society

5:01 No More: Standing Against Cultural Decay

6:48 The Worst They Can Do Is Kill You

10:32 The Church’s Purpose: Equipping for Ministry

11:25 A Call to Men: Time to Lead

13:59 Remembering Charlie’s Words and the Word of God

17:24 What is Martyrdom? Standing for Christ

18:21 Church History: Polycarp’s Story

27:43 Five Truths About Martyrdom

42:24 The Call to Remain Faithful and Awake