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Part 1: When Kindness Kills: The Hidden Danger of Affirming Speech
We live in a world where words have become weapons. To disagree is treated as a form of violence. To challenge someone’s ideas is oppressive. Words that make someone uncomfortable are harmful. The only acceptable speech is speech that affirms, mirroring back to people exactly what they already believe about themselves. We’ve reduced life-giving speech…
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Your Right to Define Reality (And Why It’s Killing Us)
When Justice Anthony Kennedy wrote these words in 1992’s Planned Parenthood v. Casey, he crystallized a view of freedom now defining our cultural moment. It sounds noble, even profound. But this vision of liberty, untethered from any external reality, doesn’t lead to human flourishing. It leads to chaos.
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Not a Fan
Our churches are full of fans of Jesus. Fans who sing the songs, wear the cross necklace, join a class, post the Bible verse, even get loud during worship. For some, the ritual of “doing church” is the point. They’re loyal. They’re sincere. They’re involved.
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A Throuple is the Logical Next Step
The Montreal throuple isn’t an aberration; it’s the logical conclusion. Once you remove the definition, any form becomes legally permissible. The critics were right. When anything can mean everything, nothing means anything. This progression reveals something important: this isn’t just about evolving social norms. It’s about hearts curved inward, demanding that reality bend to desire.
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What’s in a Name? Why I Chose “Redemptively Speaking
Names matter. The name is a deliberate declaration of the lens through which I want to see, interpret, and communicate about the world we live in. Let me explain why this particular lens matters, what it reveals, and how it might change the way we see everything from our daily struggles to our deepest longings.
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The Only Way to Really Be Happy
“Don’t worry” may have become a cultural catchphrase, but worry is everywhere. Stress is the leading cause of heart disease. Work pressure fractures families. Anxiety drains people dry. If Bobby’s advice were enough, we’d all be whistling our way to peace. Clearly, something deeper is going on.
