An Honest Response to the Horrendous News About ISIS

We went to bed with yet another horrible story in the news about ISIS and 21 Christian martyrs.

Going to bed having just learned of the brothers beheaded for their belief in Jesus. Come quickly Lord. CHRIST have mercy. — Mike Donehey (@mikedonehey) February 16, 2015

It's hard to read about. It's easy to ignore. But it's staring us in the face so we have to ask ourselves - how do we respond? Several Christian music artists took to responding on Twitter. Their Tweets were surprisingly striking. They provided some real answers about where our minds should turn in light of this horrifying news. 

God is in control.

Have peace dear hearts. Our God sees it all. The blood of Christ is stronger than all of our sin. — Mike Donehey (@mikedonehey) February 16, 2015

Mike Donehey from Tenth Avenue North tweeted out Scripture and a reminder that God really is in control. We can't lose sight of that truth even when we don't understand.

...And I saw the souls of those who had been beheaded for their testimony about Jesus and for proclaiming the word of God. -Revelation 20:4 — Mike Donehey (@mikedonehey) February 16, 2015

They were beautifully sold out.

Natalie Grant was clearly heartbroken. She tweeted out a reminder - these 21 men were following Christ with their whole being. 

They weren’t in love with themselves; They were willing to die for Christ. Rev 12:11 MSG #Egypt #21 — Natalie Grant (@NatalieGrant) February 16, 2015

The work will go on. No matter what.

The band Unspoken - they responded with one simple tweet. It contained lyrics to a song off their album, but wow, it really packs a punch.

You can bury the workmen but the work will go on #21Martyrs — UNSPOKEN (@unspokenmusic) February 16, 2015

This song reminds us that God is still working. He will never be beaten no matter how much the enemy tries to strike us down. Take a moment to listen to Chad sing the lyrics. Take a moment to honor those brothers who were willing to lay down their lives. Pray that believers around the world would have this much faith. Remember God is still on the throne. Praise Him. [fluidvideo url="https://www.youtube.com/embed/xk0XPT2UyT0"] [ts_fab authorid="83" tabs="bio,twitter,latest_posts"]