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Why H.R. 1 Should Matter to You

Why H.R. 1 Should Matter to You

While conservatives are having a cancel-culture-fever-dream over Dr. Seuss, Mr. Potato Head, and whatever else they're faking outrage over, insidious things are happening on the state level of government. This is why we need to talk about H.R. 1. and why it's important for all Americans - especially ones that claim to the Christian faith. With all this talk ...

Changing My Mind

Changing My Mind

Life is full of changes. Things don't go the way we expect. Other times, we're surprised by the way things come together. Mix that chaos in with the fact that every day, you're changing as well. With so much change, it pays to be on your toes. The life of faith is no different. It's not stagnant, and it's always moving. There are twists, turns, and shifts. T...

Cancel Culture

Cancel Culture

We are living in the glorious time of the cancel culture. Yes, most call it an overreaction to civil, cultural, and political events happening now, but I think it's a beautiful thing. Conservative Evangelicals created a cancel culture against anything deemed counter to the faith, and the tactics of public shaming and boycott are now coming back to haunt them...

Surviving Thanksgiving

Surviving Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is upon us in America. This day often fills us with thoughts of delicious food, family and friends. From the Macy's parade to football to the tradition of overindulgence. That's the kind of empty nostalgia best left to Hallmark cards. Thanksgiving's the holiday we just can't quit. The reality of Thanksgiving is much different. Thanksgiving Day i...

The Cult of Christian Celebrity

The Cult of Christian Celebrity

There is a toxic culture swirling around American Christianity. No, not that one. No, not that one either. Okay, fine. There’s a myriad of toxic issues with Christianity in America, and today we're going to delve into the cult of Christian celebrity. It’s one of those silent faith-killers that most engage in but never realize it is happening. In the shallow ...

Trump, NFL and Jesus

Trump, NFL and Jesus

A rundown of Trump’s assault on the NFL and how that factors into American Christianity. Do we worship Jesus or worship the flag. Let’s pick apart the delusional nature of patriotism and how it damages faith. They don’t mix. They never mix. And when this happens you begin to see how and why American Christianity has lost its way. What do we do about it? Is t...