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The Satanic Temple is not happy about a Christian bakery rejecting an LGBTQ cake request in 2012. As a result, they are trying to force the bakery to make a cake for Satan, in order to create a loophole of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The leader of the Satanic Temple, Lucien Greaves, shared his thoughts …
In an attempt to make a statement towards racial inequality and discrimination, players of the National Football League have extended the act of kneeling during the national anthem. This gesture is a spin-off of former San Francisco 49ers quarterback and NFC Champion Colin Kaepernick, who boldly remained seated during the national anthem during the 2016 …
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Secretary of Education Betty DeVos made an alarming announcement recently about the directive put into effect by the Obama administration about campus sexual assault. Her decision has completely undermined that efforts of former President Obama and puts more lenient guidelines on offenders of sexual crimes that occur on school campuses. Far too often, victims …
A new study, released in the Journal of Adolescent Health, says that teaching children to conform to traditional gender roles has lifelong consequences. Kristin Mmari, one of the leading researchers, said, "How you perceive boys and girls is socially driven, it's not biologically driven." Folks, we are hastening the fall of the family unit in …
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The owner of Lexington Kentucky-based Hands On Originals, Blaine Adamson, was sued for refusing to make gear for a pride event. The incident happened in March of 2012, where Adamson was asked to make t-shirts for the Gay and Lesbian Services Organization (GLSO). Adamson declined, stating that the design requested went against his beliefs and …
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In the Christian tradition, laypersons and church attendees nearly unanimously profess that the tithe is geared specifically towards one's particular local church. With their minds flooded with scriptures such as "the tithe is holy unto the Lord," "bring the tithes to the storehouse," and "give, and it shall be given unto you...," members of local …
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Last week, a Canadian politician chose love. He chose, in the heat of the moment and with disrespect literally staring him in the face, to show kindness. In the midst of a difficult situation or circumstance, what choice would you make? If you were in his shoes, from where you are in life right now, …
Oftentimes, many perceive members of the military to maintain a stern look and demeanor when it comes to their mannerisms. Aptly, this is the rigid candor that is expected, due to the importance of obtaining an attitude and emotional strength that is fit for battle. However, there are times where veterans break character and show …
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In the midst of Hurricane Harvey, a call to unify has been more prevalent than ever before. As families continue to seek for shelter, and residents look for hope, willing citizens are doing what they can to provide assistance. In the spirit of Luke 6:38, which states, "Give, and it will be given to you. …
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Lakewood Church Joel Osteen has decided to open the church doors to the public after the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. According to the latest toll, at least 10 people are dead, and many more injured. Texas Governor, Greg Abbott, stated that it is "one of the largest disasters America has ever faced," and is not expected …
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