A Theological Examination of the LGBTQIA+ Movement
Introduction There is no doubt that LGBTQIA+ issues in today’s world are hotly debated, and the issues are no less a hot button issue within
The Abortion Debate and Supreme Court Leaks
Introduction Abortion is, without a doubt, one of the most controversial issues dealt with in today’s political environment. This week marks an unprecedented landmark in
Reflections on Psalm 119:57-64, 73-80
Introduction I don’t usually share my own private Bible studies, but Psalm 119: 57-64 and 73-80 really hit home for me, and I wanted to
Fear and Division: The Totalitarian’s Ultimate Weapons
Introduction The last two years provide us with a stark example of manufactured fear and division within COVID-19 responses and politics. Across America, people on
Author’s Interview with Amanda Wrights, Author of “Defiant Flame”
Well, it’s the last of our interviews with authors from Iron Walls tonight, everyone! I have with me Amanda Wrights, the author of “Defiant Flame”.
Author’s Interview with Joanna White, Author of “The Ones Who Endured”
Hello again, everyone! Today, I have Joanna White, author of “The Ones Who Endured” in Iron Walls, with me. She is the second to last
Interview with Steven E. Scribner, Author of “Scapekite”
This week’s interview is a bit later than planned, but we’re back today with another author from the Burning Embers dystopian anthology Iron Walls. Today,
Interview with Joshua Reid, Author of “Unbound”
This week, we have Joshua Reid with us. He is the author of Unbound, a short story in the anthology Iron Walls. He’s here today
Interview with Astrid V.J., Author of “In Pursuit of Independence”
Today I’m back with more about the upcoming release of Iron Walls. Last week I answered the questions I’m asking other authors in the group,
Upcoming Release
After a year of building up content on this blog, the time has finally come to start releasing content under this pen name. The content
The Herald of Totalitarianism: Waste no Good Crisis
You can find an audio version of this on Youtube if you prefer to listen instead of read: https://youtu.be/8fwytDBdSc4. Imagine you live in a country
Defining a Friend by the Biblical Model of Friendship
Introduction So I still haven’t made it around to writing that article on Benjamin Franklin… I will at some point, but right now, as is
Selfishness and the Christian
Introduction Imagine you’re walking in a small city area, one where homeless people frequently hang out with signs, and you see someone handing out lunches.
Early American History Through the Lens of the Primary Source Record
Introduction This week’s article, as I mentioned last week, is from my research class and is the first two chapters of a history textbook I
The Historical and Cultural Context Behind Saint Augustine
Introduction I had final papers this week and last, so unfortunately, there was little time to write an article for the blog. However, since both
Finding and Incorporating Primary Sources Into Your Research Process
Introduction This week, we are taking a break from our examination of early American history to take a look at research. Some of you have
Founding Fathers: Thomas Jefferson (Pt. 2 – Life Accomplishments)
Introduction Last week, we discussed the lies and myths often told about Thomas Jefferson. We went over the evidence from the primary sources that demonstrated
Plato’s Gorgias
For my rhetoric class, I had to read through Gorgias and Phaedrus. I’ve not quite completed Phaedrus (that’s this week’s reading along with Aristotle’s Rhetoric,
Founding Fathers: Thomas Jefferson (Pt. 1 – Myths and Lies)
Introduction Having finished our section in this series on the influential ministers leading up to the Founding and the Revolutionary War, we will now turn
The Intersect Between Christianity and the Mind
Introduction With my master’s degree courses beginning two weeks ago with rhetoric and research as the two focuses for the next eight weeks, I have
American History – Influential Ministers: Jonathan Mayhew
Introduction to Jonathan Mayhew Much like Elisha Williams, finding information on Jonathan Mayhew was no simple matter. There is a memoir available and compiled by
The Importance of Language
Introduction This will be week two of not writing the next article for our series on American history. My apologies for this! This week has
The Christian Response to Biden and America’s Future
Introduction For the majority of this blog, my focus has been on history and philosophy, not necessarily on politics directly. Our most recent discussions have
American History – Influential Ministers: Elisha Williams
Introduction Our attention now turns to one of the last two ministers we will examine prior to moving into the Founding of America and the
The Electoral College: Why Do We Need It?
Introduction There has been a great deal of discussion on the matter of the electoral college. In the last year, we have heard the Democratic
American History — Influential Ministers: Samuel Davies
Introduction This week’s focus is on Samuel Davies. While lesser known than Jonathan Edwards or George Whitefield, he also played a prominent role in the
American History: Influential Ministers — Jonathan Edwards
Introduction We turn our focus now from Whitefield to another well-known figure in the Great Awakening: Jonathan Edwards. While Whitefield was certainly heard by more
American History: Influential Ministers – George Whitefield
Introduction Last week’s spotlight was on John Wise, an influential minister from the early days of the colonies from whose sermons many of the principles
American History: Influential Ministers – Reverend John Wise
Introduction We have now covered the three most influential colonies in the shaping of American history: Jamestown and Plymouth/Massachusetts Bay. Out of these three colonies
American History: Massachusetts Bay and Plymouth Colonies
Introduction Last week, we examined the Jamestown Colony and the results of their faith, their philosophy, and their societal structure. This week, we will look
American History: The Jamestown Settlement
Introduction The first stop in examining the Biblical roots of America is at Jamestown, one of the first colonies in the New World. Theirs was
Court Packing: Why Is It An Issue?
There has been a great deal of discussion of late on court packing in relation to Amy Coney Barrett’s upcoming confirmation. The mainstream media has
Ayn Rand’s Atlas Shrugged
I’ve been meaning to get to this review for a while, particularly since Atlas Shrugged was what inspired the name of this blog (see What’s
Collectivism Vs Free Markets/Competitive Markets – Conclusion
Introduction Having now examined both collectivism and competitive markets as well as objections to both, we are left to decide which has our support. Which
Collectivism Vs the Free Market/Competitive Market – Pt 2
Introduction Originally, I had said this would be a two-part series. After writing this second part, I feel it will be better to leave the
Collectivism vs Free Market/Competitive Market – Pt 1
Introduction In the course of studying systems of government and economics, one must necessarily examine the merits of a collectivist society versus a competitive society.
F.A Hayek’s Road to Serfdom
So I just finished listening to the Audible version of Road to Serfdom by F.A Hayek. This is mainly a review of what the book
The 3/5th’s Compromise: Racist or Not?
Introduction Last week, I posted an article about the basis of a rights-based society and made the claim that America was a rights-based society. Now,
Understanding Rights
Introduction Those of us in America and other rights-based societies live in countries where we constantly hear about rights. It seems that this discussion is often
Governor Newsom Sued For California Singing Ban
Introduction Recently, numerous articles regarding the California singing ban and the situation of the churches in California have been popping up across the various news
Christianity and Racism: Part 2 – History and the Question
Introduction Welcome to part two of the discussion on Christianity and racism. In this segment, we’re going to explore the background of racism and the
What’s In a Name – Why Atlas Rose and Atlas’s Island?
Settling on Atlas Rose When I was considering what to use for my pen name and this blog, I had been listening to Atlas Shrugged
The Open Exchange of Ideas
Introduction Before we get into any seriously controversial issues, a discussion on the open exchange of ideas is essential. These days, we hear professors, friends,
Examining Worldview: A Summary
Introduction Currently, I’m three weeks into my last set of classes for my masters degree. In the non-thesis class, I was asked to answer a