By Zach Goodrow Introduction Recently, my local church held a night of worship where we focused on hymns and praise. The night was incredible. We sang centuries old hymns, prayed for our nation, listened to testimonies of God showing his faithfulness throughout tremendous trials, and praised our God under the lead of an incredible choir. … Continue reading Let the Bass Shake the Hell Out of Our Churches
The Prince Must Earn His Spurs
Author: Zach Goodrow Photo by Lady Escabia on Pexels.com Introduction It's been awhile. Too long, I think. But I ask your forgiveness, my life has been hectic. I've changed jobs, tried and failed to get back in the gym, and my wife spent some time proclaiming our King on another continent. But I am back … Continue reading The Prince Must Earn His Spurs
‘Hakuna Matata’ Makes Worthless Lions
Written by Zach Goodrow The Lion King is easily one of Disney's best films. It kickstarted Disney's revitalization in the 90's, successfully portrayed "the Hero's Journey" in a film about lions, and it scratched an existential itch we all have when we think about the "good vs. evil" war we fight day in and day … Continue reading ‘Hakuna Matata’ Makes Worthless Lions
The World Has Discipled the Church and Abortion is the Result
By Zach Goodrow Photo by MART PRODUCTION on Pexels.com After the supposed Supreme Court leak about the decision to overturn Roe V. Wade, two realizations came to me. 1. Though it is good if it were overturned on the federal level, it is not good to have "leaks" in a court decision. That type of … Continue reading The World Has Discipled the Church and Abortion is the Result
12 Things Your English Teacher Didn’t Tell You About Writing
By Zach Goodrow Photo by Leah Kelley on Pexels.com Before I begin, I want to explain where I am coming from with a title like the one above. First, I had a great English teacher in high school. If there were a category for teachers who had no idea what they were talking about, she … Continue reading 12 Things Your English Teacher Didn’t Tell You About Writing
What the Resurrection Means For Betrayers: Peter and Judas
By Zach Goodrow Photo by Brett Sayles on Pexels.com Easter commands public attention. From cheap, consumer-minded, brightly dressed followers of Churchianity, to blood-bought followers of the One True King, any culture that has been influenced by Christianity pauses for a moment to take a breath of religious air from Christian's most sacred holiday. It should … Continue reading What the Resurrection Means For Betrayers: Peter and Judas
“Let each one of you speak the truth with your neighbor, unless you may be cancelled” Ephesians 4:25
By Zach Goodrow Photo by Brett Jordan on Pexels.com An interesting phenomenon has gripped the evangelical church in the West. We inherited a robust culture that breathed Christian air, and this allowed for unique ideas to take root. Though the individuals in it were obviously not all Christians, there was a general sense of Judeo-Christian … Continue reading “Let each one of you speak the truth with your neighbor, unless you may be cancelled” Ephesians 4:25
Does Violence Have Any Place in Christianity?
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Masculinity Is Not Toxic
By Zach Goodrow Dear Charlotte, Please excuse my recent delay in writing to you. I've been preoccupied with many things; predominantly raising your cousin. He's a handful, as I am sure you are aware. But hey, what can you do? Boys will be boys. I say that last sentence rather tongue in cheek because I … Continue reading Masculinity Is Not Toxic
Flaws of Flying Solo: The Detriment of the My Bible, Jesus, and Me Mentality
By Clayton Todd Written March 10, 2022 “Just because you’re in the garage doesn’t make you a car”, I remember this being a phrase coming out of my mouth prior to my surrender to Jesus. What I was gunning for was an idea that has been sold within Westernized Christianity and has been bought far … Continue reading Flaws of Flying Solo: The Detriment of the My Bible, Jesus, and Me Mentality
Sword and Script 