The worst thing we can do is live in perpetual comfort. In our culture we see comfort as an achievement. We cannot be the change our culture desperately needs when we are comfortable. If being comfortable is our goal then we don't push against the degrading of our culture. We fear the idea we may be financial hurt or an outcast in our world. Go along to get along is the mantra. … [Read more...] about Comfortable Living
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Normalizing the Abnormal
What is abnormal? Anything that is sinful is abnormal. We are constantly diluting sin to fit our own world view. If we consider our ends righteous we redefine what is sinful and wrong. There are elements of fear and conformity that lead our culture to cultural despair. In order to achieve normalizing the abnormal we align ourselves with people who confirm our own … [Read more...] about Normalizing the Abnormal
Someone Else
It is easy to allow someone else to make a stand. We pass the responsibility to take a stand on issues to celebrities or politicians. This fear of standing for the Truth is way too common. Many times, the unafraid are the false teachers. If you are given the gift of knowledge that gift is not for you to hold. Don’t wait for someone else to create “their truth.” Be an advocate … [Read more...] about Someone Else
Used to Darkness
Our culture is in a state where it is used to the darkness. Our culture is like how our eyes adjust to a dark room. We live in a country founded on Christian values so there is a glimmer of light in the room. We do not pursue the light. Therefore, we only use the light to bask in the in the darkness. We get used to the moral fabric of our culture heading towards the depths of … [Read more...] about Used to Darkness
Are We Pagans?
The short answer is yes, we are pagans. Well, ending there would be a waste of a blog post. We put many ideas and values equal with God. Our political leaders are God Kings instead of politicians. Even the streets of Hollywood are filled with gods and idols. Our culture preaches paganism. Our churches are littered with pagan beliefs. Life is bombarded with concepts not in line … [Read more...] about Are We Pagans?