Levi Pierpont's Blog, page 5
August 28, 2021
Why I Don’t Believe You’ll Be Tortured in Hell for Eternity if You Don’t Practice the Same Religion as Me
If G-d does not save us because of our righteousness and good works, but because of G-d’s mercy, then G-d does not punish others for their sin, G-d punishes others because of G-d’s wrath and spirit of vengefulness. This fact, which highlights a key issue of the doctrine of Calvinism, cannot be justified or mitigated … Continue reading Why I Don’t Believe You’ll Be Tortured in Hell for Eternity if You Don’t Practice the Same Religion as Me
G-d Loves You Very Much and You’re Going to Burn in Hell for Eternity
If G-d does not save us because of our righteousness and good works, but because of G-d’s mercy, then G-d does not punish others for their sin, G-d punishes others because of G-d’s wrath and spirit of vengefulness. This fact, which highlights a key issue of the doctrine of Calvinism, cannot be justified or mitigated … Continue reading G-d Loves You Very Much and You’re Going to Burn in Hell for Eternity
June 30, 2021
To My Parents: I’m Queer, Proud, & Happy
Happy Pride Month! With this colorful month coming to a close and the summer well underway, I thought it would be a good time to share a letter I wrote to my parents regarding a lie they told me many times while I was growing up, and my paternal grandfather has repeated within the last … Continue reading To My Parents: I’m Queer, Proud, & Happy
Queer, Proud, and So, So Happy – A Letter to My Parents About the Happiness Lie
Happy Pride Month! With this colorful month coming to a close and the summer well underway, I thought it would be a good time to share a letter I wrote to my parents regarding a lie they told me many times while I was growing up, and my paternal grandfather has repeated within the last … Continue reading Queer, Proud, and So, So Happy – A Letter to My Parents About the Happiness Lie
One of the Lies My Parents Told Me
Happy Pride Month! With this colorful month coming to a close and the summer well underway, I thought it would be a good time to share a letter I wrote to my parents regarding a lie they told me many times while I was growing up, and my paternal grandfather has repeated within the last … Continue reading One of the Lies My Parents Told Me
June 26, 2021
Are you confused about critical race theory? Help me address your concerns.
I’m currently writing an article about critical race theory. As a progressive minded person, I don’t tend to find any scary boogeymen hiding in the shadows of this old framework, but I want to write an article that addresses conservative concerns in a helpful way. If you are a conservative-minded person and would like to … Continue reading Are you confused about critical race theory? Help me address your concerns.
June 10, 2021
Why I Joined the Military and How the Influence of Evangelicals in American Politics Hurts All of Us – Part 2
In my last article, I shared why I joined the military, a bit of my experience so far, and what I’d tell those considering it for themselves. Toward the end, I dipped into the economic outlook that has made the military the most viable option for many looking to secure an affordable education, and I … Continue reading Why I Joined the Military and How the Influence of Evangelicals in American Politics Hurts All of Us – Part 2
June 5, 2021
Why I Joined the Military and How the Influence of Evangelicals in American Politics Hurts All of Us – Part 1
I have been a member of the United States Air Force for just over a year, now, and I have about three years left, provided I don’t re-enlist. Some of you may not be aware of the reasons I joined, so I wanted to take the time to discuss them, and use them as a … Continue reading Why I Joined the Military and How the Influence of Evangelicals in American Politics Hurts All of Us – Part 1
March 12, 2021
What Changed: Regarding My Worldview Shift
When I first came out to my father as queer, what quickly followed this information was an assurance that I did not, in any way, accept or embrace my “same-sex attraction.” At that point, my difference was one I was deeply ashamed of, and I was actively seeking ways to deal with what I saw … Continue reading What Changed: Regarding My Worldview Shift
February 14, 2021
Try Libro.fm!
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