The Silicon Prophets: When the Children Go Silent and the Rocks Start Preaching
The dirt speaks, the rocks hum, and the gospel goes live from a pile of melted sand. The children were shouting, “Hosanna to the Son of David.” The priests hated it. That’s always the way with the truth. People in charge want it quiet. Jesus stared them down and gave them a line they didn’t […]
Read MoreChurch at the Crossroads: Why Adventist Engagement with the United Nations Deserves Careful Study, Not Sudden Exit
Letter calling for withdrawal from UN consultative status raises important questions but needs fuller understanding of what that status actually involves On November 19, 2025, a group of Seventh-day Adventist members submitted a letter to leaders of the General Conference (GC), ADRA, and the International Religious Liberty Association (IRLA), requesting immediate termination of the Church’s […]
Read MoreShortcuts and Shields: Why Legal Workarounds Threaten the Longevity of Religious Freedom
Churches seeking exceptions should tread carefully. When everything becomes a right, the system stops working. There’s a quiet strategy playing out in the case of Dad’s Place in Bryan, Ohio — and in courtrooms across the country. When regulatory pressure builds, religious organizations don’t just fight on the facts. They pivot to constitutional claims. They […]
Read MoreBorn Under Judgment: The Scandalous Birth and Triumph of Mercy
By Michael Peabody Scandal Before It BeganShe was young. A girl, really. Barely old enough to carry a child, let alone carry the weight of scandal. Mary knew what had happened. She knew the angel’s words, the promise from heaven, the mystery of what was growing inside her. But heaven’s assurances are not always easy […]
Read More“Before the Knock” Video Offers Urgent Advice on Immigration Enforcement
Thanksgiving is a time when families come together. But for many immigrant families across the United States, a knock at the door could mean separation instead of reunion. It’s hard to give thanks when you’re afraid to answer the door. That fear is real—and it’s growing. As families plan holiday meals, others are quietly making […]
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