Reflecting on America’s Current Events, Christian Values, and the Meaning of Equality Before God Introduction: When America’s Actions Contradict Its Faith It’s hard not to notice the tension between what many Americans say they believe about God and Jesus Christ, and what actually happens in our country today. We hear leaders say, “In God We Trust,” and see crosses on…
Why Faith and Unity Should Guide Our Leadership—Not Division Introduction: The Troubling State of Combative Leadership In recent times, anyone who turns on the news or scrolls through social media can see it—leaders in government often seem more interested in fighting each other than in working together. The debates are heated, the accusations fly, and compromise feels like a dirty…
Why These Events Contradict God’s Plan for Creation and Human Brotherhood One Blood, One Family: God’s Vision for Humanity The Bible teaches that God created all people from “one blood,” meaning that no matter how different we may look or where we come from, we are all part of the same human family. This idea—rooted in passages like Genesis 1…
Thoughts on Family Separation, Protest Violence, Political Paralysis, and the Call for Compassionate Leadership The relentless stream of unsettling headlines in recent years can feel overwhelming, each story carrying a weight of sadness, injustice, or bewilderment. As these events accumulate, I find myself reflecting on what they truly reveal about our nation. Are we facing an era of unprecedented hardship,…
Why Jesus Told His Followers Not to Panic Amid Global Turmoil Breaking Down Matthew 24:6 in Everyday Language Matthew 24:6 is a verse in the Bible where Jesus talks to his disciples about what’s to come in the future. He tells them that they will hear about wars and rumors of wars, but they shouldn’t be alarmed or scared. These…
Understanding the Impact When Those in Power Ignore the Law What Is the Rule of Law? Imagine a game where only some players have to follow the rules. Others, especially those with the most power, can cheat or make up new rules whenever they like. Not only would that game be unfair, but it would also frustrate and harm the…
An Honest Look at the Troubling Trends Undermining Our Democracy and Society Introduction: The Widening Gap in American Culture There’s no denying it—America feels more divided than ever. We see arguments not just about politics across dinner tables, on social media, and in the news. These arguments are about the basic rules that hold our society together. If you feel worried,…
Lessons from History and Faith for a Nation at a Crossroads Introduction: America Nears a Milestone Amid Uncertainty As America approaches its 250th birthday, it’s a moment not just for celebration, but also for deep reflection. Our founding ideals—freedom, equality, and self-government—have guided generations. Yet, today, many wonder if American democracy is facing some of its toughest challenges. Political division,…
Why Facing Problems Honestly Matters More Than Pretending Everything Is Fine Understanding the Message in Simple Terms The phrase “peace, peace, when there is no peace” comes from the Bible (Jeremiah 6:14). In everyday language, it warns us not to fool ourselves or others into thinking everything’s okay when there are big problems that need attention. It’s like saying, “Don’t…
