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March 11, 2024
Murderer on Rogan, Golf Tour Bans Trans Athletes, Oscars
March 11, 2024
“Courage is not simply one of the virtues but the form of every virtue at the testing point.”
C.S. Lewis
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Murderer on Rogan
Sheldon Johnson, once an advocate for rehabilitation and a public figure in criminal justice reform, was arrested and charged with murder, manslaughter, and other offenses in connection with the brutal killing and dismemberment of Collin Small in a Bronx apartment. Despite his recent advocacy work after his release from prison, Johnson's alleged involvement in the crime has brought his past and present into sharp contrast.
Johnson was on this episode of Joe Rogan’s podcast, where he shared his story and spoke on his (previous) efforts to bring about awareness and reform to the justice system.
After listening to Sheldon Johnson's testimony on the podcast, it becomes clear that this proverb and this adage prove true. As a young man, Sheldon Johnson endured undoubtedly difficult circumstances - and while his cause is worth championing (Deuteronomy 16:19, Isaiah 1:17, Micah 6:8) - his actions and the generational dysfunction that his family tree tragically illustrates certainly are not. For a biblical explanation of how generational dysfunction is not determinative or a result of a divine curse, listen here.
While criminal justice reform is an important cause - and one worthy of our attention and best efforts - no amount of societal effort will make up for a lack of personal repentance and regeneration, which is the only way to break a generational "curse" (Judges 3:9, 1 Samuel 12:10-11). While sin patterns are often passed down from father to son, mother to daughter, community to community, through generations, we can rejoice that the Lord's offer of grace is not only available to "three or four generations" but "to a thousand generations of those who love Me and keep my commandments” (Exodus 34:6). Men and women in our country need personal spiritual reform, the constant advocacy of the Son before the Father (Romans 8:34), and the washing of regeneration (Titus 3:5) much more than they need sociological solutions to a spiritual problem.
By: The Remnant News Team
Golf Tour Bans Trans Athletes
Stuart McKinnon, CEO of the NXXT Golf Tour, defended his decision to ban transgender athletes from the Women's pro tour, citing concerns about competitive fairness for female athletes. The move drew criticism from transgender golfer Hailey Davidson. McKinnon explained the decision-making process, stating it involved extensive consultation with stakeholders and was based on the perceived physiological advantage of biological males in the sport. Despite the backlash, McKinnon emphasized that the decision was not impulsive and aligned with the policies of major golf organizations like the LPGA and USGA.
It is encouraging to see common sense, and obvious creation sensibilities begin to resurface. We commend McKinnon's willingness to hold his ground on obvious and biblical truths (Genesis 1:27, Mark 10:6).
It is not loving to let someone compete as a "woman" when they are a biological male... and not simply because it makes the competition unfair, but because when a biological male thinks he is a female, the highest priority of friends, family, coaches, and others should be allowing them access to the mental, medical, and spiritual care they need to recover and treat the mental illness they are suffering from.
By: The Remnant News Team
2024 Oscars
The 2024 Oscars saw "Oppenheimer" dominating with seven wins, including Best Picture, Best Director for Christopher Nolan, and Best Actor for Cillian Murphy. "Poor Things" also shone with four awards, including Best Actress for Emma Stone. Other notable winners were Da'Vine Joy Randolph for Best Supporting Actress in "The Holdovers" and "The Boy and the Heron" for Best Animated Feature. Despite 13 nominations, "Killers of the Flower Moon" failed to secure any wins. "Barbie" only won Best Original Song for Billie Eilish's "What Was I Made For?". The ceremony featured standout red carpet moments and some questionable attire by various celebrities.
Celebrating good art is a good thing, but as John Calvin put it "our hearts are idol-making factories." Sin is so pervasive in the human heart that even good things can be put in a disordered place of importance (Jeremiah 17:9). Whether its a golden calf (Exodus 32:1-6), a tower that will make a name for ourselves (Genesis 11:4), or idols of the heart (Ezekiel 14:3-4), the Devil longs to use any item or idea to devour a believer who isn't alert and of sober mind (1 Peter 5:8).
Cultural bookmarkers, like the Oscars, provide a great opportunity for the remnant to look inward and ask, "What has my attention? What captures my heart most? Is my life radically transformed, or do I look just like my pagan neighbor?" (Colossians 3:2, Romans 12:2).
Scripture does not mince words when warning us of the consequences of idolatry (Psalm 115:8). The mind and the heart are so intricately woven together. Be mindful of what you feed either (both) (Proverbs 4:23). Therefore, let us heed the admonition of Scripture: "For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also" (Matthew 6:21). Let us fix our thoughts on whatever is true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent, or praiseworthy (Philippians 4:8).
By: Jamie Wilder
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🙊 Biden in trouble after this faux pas.
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