Tim Allen has been very open and public with his faith journey. Now, he is giving Erika Kirk the credit for helping him to do the unthinkable: forgive those who have caused irreparable damage.
For millions around the world, Erika Kirk’s public forgiveness of the man who murdered her husband, Charlie Kirk, was a stirring and emotional moment. On X Allen wrote, “When Erika Kirk spoke the words on the man who killed her husband: “That man… that young man… I forgive him.” That moment deeply affected me.”
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Allen continued, “I have struggled for over 60 years to forgive the man who killed my Dad. I will say those words now as I type: ‘I forgive the man who killed my father.’ Peace be with you all.”
When Erika Kirk spoke the words on the man who killed her husband: “That man… that young man… I forgive him.” That moment deeply affected me. I have struggled for over 60 years to forgive the man who killed my Dad. I will say those words now as I type: “ I forgive the man who…
— Tim Allen (@ofctimallen) September 25, 2025
The Bible calls believers to forgive as Christ forgave us, releasing the burden of bitterness and allowing God’s peace to flow in its place (Col. 3:13). Allen’s public declaration mirrors the example of Jesus on the cross, who prayed, “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do,” (Lk 23:34) something that Erika Kirk said in her speech as well.
Back in February, Allen announced that he had spent almost a year finishing the Old Testament, which he called, “a humbling, overwhelming experience.” He then wrote on X in June about his journey through the New Testament and how Romans was profoundly impacting his life.
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Tim Allen’s journey of forgiveness stands as a testament to the life-changing power of God’s Word and the example of Christlike love in action. His story reminds believers that forgiveness is not just a personal release—it is a spiritual act that brings healing, honors God and reflects His grace to the world. In a culture often defined by anger and division, Allen’s words serve as a shining example that following Jesus means extending mercy, even to those who seem undeserving, and allowing God’s peace to transform our hearts from the inside out.
Abby Trivett is a writer and editor for Charisma Media and has a passion for sharing the gospel through the written word. She holds two degrees from Regent University, a B.A. in Communication with a concentration in Journalism and a Master of Arts in Journalism. She is the author of the upcoming book, The Power of Suddenly: Discover How God Can Change Everything in a Moment.
