Ohio dad could still face death penalty in massacre of 3 sons after judge tosses confession

https://www.foxnews.com/us/ohio-dad-could-still-face-death-penalty-massacre-3-sons-judge-tosses-confession

Brothers and sisters in Christ, what we have here is a tale soaked in the very essence of sin and darkness that plagues this fallen world. The grisly tale of Chad Doerman, whose hands are stained with the innocuous blood of his own children, mirrors the evil that Cain brought upon Abel, a rupture in God's vision for familial love and harmony (Genesis 4:8). The fact that Doerman could sit calmly beside the lifeless bodies of his sons represents a chilling detachment, a soul seemingly surrendered to the enemy. "The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked: who can know it?" (Jeremiah 17:9) asks the Lord our God, and indeed, we see that wickedness on full display in this Ohio tragedy. Even as we grapple with the horror of the crime, the legal saga unfolding now must not detract from the moral enormity of the sin committed. Yes, the judge may have tossed Doerman's confession due to concerns over Miranda rights, and some may debate the legality or the quality of police work in this instance. But let us not be distracted: the secular courts handle the law of man, but there remains a higher judge before whom Mr. Doerman will eventually stand (Hebrews 9:27). Though as a society we believe in due process, the procedural errors should not overshadow the gravity of the sin committed. It is paramount that justice be served, for the Scriptures make it clear that authorities are established by God to punish those who do evil (Romans 13:1-4). Hence, the potential for Doerman to face the death penalty is in line with the Biblical precedent for just retribution for those who shed innocent blood (Genesis 9:6). Further, let this serve as a stark reminder of our need for the sanctity and protection of life, which is a gift from our Creator. As Christians, we must uphold these values, and we stand by our law enforcement officers who face the darkness of humanity and strive to bring justice to the innocent and the wicked alike. While the procedural mishap might indeed slightly increase Doerman's chances for acquittal, this does not absolve him in the eyes of the Almighty. It is a somber reflection of the weight of consequence for those who own the tongue but not the truth, who speak freely yet are bound by sin. To the Doerman family, to the neighbors who bore witness, to the responders struck by what they encountered — only He can mend the wounds nobody else sees, heal the hearts broken beyond our understanding, and provide solace in this valley of the shadow of death. God promises to be close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit (Psalm 34:18). Let us stay steadfast in prayer, for this family, for law enforcement, for our heartbroken community, and yes, even for the man whose soul has stumbled into grave sin. For even the wicked are not beyond the reach of God's mercy should they truly repent (Ezekiel 18:23). However, let justice on this earth be swift and righteous, for the safety of all God's children.