Reasons to Believe

In recent years, a troubling shift has taken place in public discourse. What was once celebrated as the foundation of a free society—open debate, the pursuit of truth through evidence, and the respectful exchange of differing ideas—now faces increasing pressure. Dissent from the prevailing narrative, whether shaped by mainstream media, political consensus, or institutional authority, is frequently met not with counterarguments, but with labels of intolerance, hatred, or ignorance. This dynamic represents a slow tightening around the principles of free speech and freedom of information, core protections enshrined in the U.S. Constitution and the spirit of the Declaration of Independence. As someone committed to following facts wherever they lead, I believe we must examine this trend honestly, acknowledging that history includes real instances of coordinated power and that good and bad actors exist in every institution. During the COVID-19 pandemic, this pattern became especially visible...

In these times, the basic rights that keep America free are under pressure. The First Amendment to the Constitution protects our freedom of speech, and the Declaration of Independence stands for self-government and liberty. These ideas were meant to stop any one group or government from becoming too powerful. But today, big companies, coordinated stories in the news, and the shutting down of different voices are making it harder for regular people to hear all sides. We have to follow the facts and the money, because history shows that conspiracies and bad actors have existed before. It would be naive to think everyone in power always has good motives. Good people exist in politics and media, but we must stay alert. How Alternative News Sources Get Shut Down Take what happened to places like InfoWars, run by Alex Jones. In 2018, major tech companies including Apple, Facebook, YouTube (owned by Google), and Spotify banned or limited its content. They called it "fake news" or sa...

In a culture fascinated by paranormal encounters, ghost-hunting investigations, and tales of the supernatural, many remain deceived about the true identity of these entities. Drawing from the clear teachings of Scripture, the insights preserved in the Book of Enoch, Jasher, and Jubilees, and the steadfast theology of the early church fathers and Puritans, we can discern the reality behind these phenomena. The Bible leaves no room for wandering human spirits; instead, it reveals a deeper spiritual conflict that points directly to the need for discernment in these last days. No Human Ghosts—Only Familiar Spirits The Word of God is unambiguous about death and the afterlife for believers. As 2 Corinthians 5:8 states, “We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.” Hebrews 9:27 reinforces this: “And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment.” There is no intermediate state where human souls linger on earth...