Hey everyone - I owe you an explanation for why I've been quiet the past few weeks. I've been in this VERY STRANGE mental fog that's hard to put into words. It's like everything I normally do - posting, creating content, engaging - suddenly feels like I'm trying to push through a wall. The passion's still there. The desire's still there. But as far accessing it, it's been a real struggle... I've been praying through it, had others pray with me, trying to understand what exactly this is. Maybe it's spiritual. Maybe it's a mental thing. Maybe it's both?? AHonestly, I'm still working it out. But here's why I'm sharing this: I don't want you thinking I've abandoned this community or lost heart in what we're building. That couldn't be further from the truth. And if I'm being real, I'm curious if anyone else has ever experienced something like this before - where your mind and body just seem to hit pause even though your heart's still fully engaged. If you have, I'd genuinely appreciate ANY and ALL feedback of your experience and how you overcame it. In the meantime, please don't let my silence stop you from posting, encouraging each other, and keeping this community alive. That's what we're here for - to sharpen and support one another. I LOVE YOU ALL. I'm working through this. And I'm grateful you're here.

Most people think Rome persecuted early Christians because Rome hated religion. That's not really what was going on. Rome had room for religion. Rome was drowning in gods. Temples, shrines, festivals, sacrifices, household idols. The issue was not that Christians had beliefs. The issue was allegiance. Rome could tolerate private faith. What it could not tolerate for long was a public people whose highest loyalty did not belong to the state. Now, to feel why that mattered, you have to picture how Rome held the crowd together. They used a rhythm. A system. Keep people fed, and not just fed, but fed for free. Grain distributions meant survival was tied to the system. Life stayed smoother if you stayed compliant. It quieted unrest without needing soldiers on every corner. Then keep people entertained. Games, festivals, spectacle. Loud enough to drown out reflection. Then keep desire active. Always something to crave next. Status, pleasure, comfort, approval. Keep people chasing. Keep them busy. Busy people do not ask big questions. And wrap all of it in ritual so participation feels normal, not forced. Altars. Processions. Public sacrifices. Honor the emperor. Not because everyone believed deeply, but because participation was the signal. It told the empire, I belong. I'm safe. I'm one of us. That's how you manage millions. Not by persuading every individual, but by shaping the crowd. Then Christ broke the rhythm. The gospel did not just give people new opinions. It moved the center. It rewired loyalty. And once loyalty shifts, it shows up in public. It changes what you do. What you refuse. What you will not say just to keep life easy. Because Rome's religion was not just spiritual. It was an economy. Temples moved money. Festivals moved commerce. Idols had supply chains. Craftsmen made statues. Vendors sold offerings. Trade groups often had ritual meals and offerings tied to the gods, and participation could affect your reputation and your ability to work. So when Christians stopped bowing, they also stopped buying.

Hey all hope you are all doing well! I have a question as I've seen a lot of comments from Christians about times God spoke to them and I'm curious as to whether that has happened to any of you and if so, could you describe what happened and how you knew it was God speaking to you? I'm just starting a journey toward faith and let's just say the journey is meandering somewhat because I've never had a 'religious experience' that has made 100% sure that God is real for me personally. And by that I mean I do believe in a creative force far beyond my comprehension, that created the universe, but I guess I don't see God as a being or entity that hears me every time I pray or speaks to me when I most need it. So, I'm very curious as to whether this has happened for anyone and what is it that makes God so personal to you? I'm happy for anyone to DM me if you are not comfortable doing it on a public thread. Many thanks :)

I was thinking about appearance of the anti christ. What if the anti christ appears as an AI created saviour, not an actual person (8.54 on video)? Anything is possible!! Your thoughts. https://youtu.be/ln0rRKSNKhM?si=zEuOVKTXUu-wai-A

Hello brothers and sisters in Christ, the past two nights I’m getting attacked (spiritually) in my sleep. It feels like I’ve had no rest, which is really miserable. I feel like my mind or spirit, or my endurance will break when I don’t feel a break from it all when I go to sleep. I’m a person who really needs rest/sleep to reset. Thank you for praying, and responding to my needs. 🙏🏻