Less “bold Christians” who ridicule and bully others with different beliefs, more “bold Christians” who love their neighbors, and their enemies, even when it’s unpopular.

Here’s a few signs that Christians might be caught in the grip of Culture Wars

When we think political power is necessary to advance the Gospel, our Gospel has been hijacked. When we think the Gospel fits neatly into an American political party, our Gospel is too small. When we think the Gospel has nothing to say about politics, our Gospel is hollow.

To the privileged, divisiveness is the greatest sin. To the oppressed, divisiveness is a reality.

Jesus says, “I was a foreigner (often translated “stranger” in Bibles - but it’s the same Greek word!) and you did not invite me in.” It may be time to reflect on whether our immigration policies have been shaped by Christ or shaped by fear. Substack: open.substack.com/pub/josiahmarr…

Whether we like it or not, we're constantly being discipled by something. If your news network of choice is making it easier for you to identify your enemies and harder to love them - it's time to turn it off.

America is Babylon

The greatest enemy to the witness of the Church is not atheism but a version of Christian faith that “believes” in Jesus but doesn’t follow him.

Honor veterans by advocating for homeless services. Honor veterans by advocating for mental health services. Honor veterans by advocating for healthcare services. Honor veterans by ending war.

Many Christians like to hold up “boldness” as one of the highest virtues but my journey of faith has been touched so much more by humble Christians than “bold” Christians.