Ridgeview Church – John N. White

Personal Accountability is the Best Means of Preventing Scandals

The author discusses their journey of faith and church experiences, emphasizing the significance of personal accountability within church leadership to prevent scandals and misconduct. They share personal anecdotes from their time at multiple churches, highlighting the decline of personal responsibility in favor of background checks and the necessity of a two-way accountability process.

Texas A&M Dresses DEI in Citizenship Costume

The Texas A&M University System initiated a “citizenship initiative” led by Brig. Gen. Kim Field to promote character, knowledge, skills, and civic involvement among students. The university faces scrutiny over transparency regarding the program. Concurrently, discussions on Christian nationalism and literacy issues reveal societal divides, especially regarding faith and education’s role.

Bible Study—Understanding Profanity

Arlington Councilmember Bowie Hogg criticized Mayor Jim Ross for using vulgar language towards a Christian street preacher during the Southern Decadence festival. This incident highlights public profanity, its implications on First Amendment rights, and encourages a response rooted in Christian values of love and forgiveness.

Bible Study—Priests and Kings

The content discusses the biblical concepts of leadership, particularly as kings and priests, emphasizing that all believers hold this status. It contrasts religious and governmental leadership structures, and critiques the unconstitutional nature of the 1954 Johnson Amendment that restricts pastors from political engagement. Jesus will separate the sheep from the goats, as per Matthew 25:31-46.

Bible Study—Replacement Theology

The video discusses Replacement Theology, which posits that the Church has replaced Israel in God’s plan, a concept also known as supersessionism. It details different viewpoints within this theology and touches on personal experiences leading to a spiritual awakening. It emphasizes the biblical significance of Israel and the role of Christians as a royal priesthood.