Racism noun the belief that all members of each race possess characteristics or abilities specific to that race, especially so as to distinguish it as inferior or superior to another race or races. The “white privilege” theory is, by definition, racist. If you subscribe yourself to the notion that the individual and their own experiences hold less weight than the group you assign that person … Continue reading Class Identity & Racism
Often times, emotion is the instigator to great change. If you’ve ever been fed up with something, then you know what I mean. Feelings are great, but they should always be scrutinized. Why are you feeling this way? Does it make sense with reality? Important conversation about change should never be devoid of facts. If the facts make you emotionally uncomfortable, maybe your emotions are … Continue reading Emotional Change
Sounds good, right? I’m not arguing that black lives don’t matter… they quite obviously do. But to imply that the 99 sheep aren’t in danger is ludicrous. How are the 371 white people killed by police (compared to 236 black) in 2019 “not in danger”? The Bible doesn’t imply that the 1 sheep is black, the Bible implies that all life is worth trying to … Continue reading An example of flawed Biblical application
For a split second, we all agreed on something. George Floyd was needlessly killed. Then the media made it about race, and look at us now. Feelings are quite often misleading. Here are some indisputable facts: In 2016, black people were killed by white people 243 times, while white people were killed by black people 533 times. That’s over twice as many. Black people make … Continue reading Facts > Feelings
It’s true. They do matter. Of course they matter. They matter just as much as any other human life. George Floyd should not have died. He was killed by a Minneapolis police officer’s excessive use of force. It’s awful. The officer(s) should face prosecution for how they handled the whole situation and Mr. Floyd’s death. There are other instances across the country where unarmed black … Continue reading Black Lives Matter
From those with opinions I didn’t ask for. Show me how to love like You and still ignore. From those who create turmoil between the lines. And give me patience when I don’t see the signs. From the pressure of expectations created by anyone but You. I don’t want it easy, but I only want to do what You want me to. From my mirror … Continue reading Lord, Protect Me
Can a governing authority create a law that contradicts the Constitution? The 1st Amendment to the Constitution of the United States of America says this: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government … Continue reading The Free American
Here you are, Democrats. Your final two choices are clear. A 78 year old self proclaimed socialist and a 77 year old lifelong politician that can’t finish a sentence. Bernie Sanders Bernie’s agenda sounds like a 7 year old’s response when you ask them what they would do to make the world a better place. “Free Healthcare” “Free College” “Free Childcare” Yeah, all of that … Continue reading A Tough Choice
In all of my existence, the last three “days” have been the most turbulent. The darkness that covered the world has sustained. I have seen God angry and I have seen Him sad. God is consistent, but He is not emotionless. He has just witnessed the people He created for His glory murder His Son. But today, His demeanor changed, and He gave me a … Continue reading A Witness With Wings
Something about this bothers me. I had governed over many crucifixions, but never had I seen a crowd overrule Pontius Pilate like this one did. And for what reason? Normally agents of Rome never yield to their subjects, especially Pilate. I wish he had not given me this order. Then he washed his hands of it. I wish I could wash MY hands of this, … Continue reading A Centurion’s Story
