Gospel Minded Mama

For the past few years, my family and I have frequented our local library, as I'm sure many families do. It’s a place where children can be introduced to the world of books, imagination, and learning. However, during our visits, I noticed something that didn’t sit well with me: the children's section was often filled with books promoting political agendas and topics that were simply not appropriate for young minds. Now, I understand that libraries are supposed to be spaces for free expression and freedom of speech. I know that librarians often make decisions on what books to display based on their own perspectives or interests. But when it comes to the children’s section of the library, there is a clear distinction that must be made. This space is for children, and it should reflect child-appropriate material that nurtures their minds and souls in a healthy, loving way. As a mother, I couldn’t just stand by and let my children be exposed to things that were, in my opinion, to...

  There was a time when I was all about learning and sharing. I was diving deep into understanding the world, researching so many things, and eager to share every new perspective I gained. I truly believed in open dialogue and spreading what I felt was truth. But then, the pressure started. As my convictions grew, so did the pushback. Many people disagreed with what I was sharing, sometimes strongly. The more I received this pushback – the disagreements, the dismissals, the attempts to "fact-check" or even outright censor – the more I felt my light starting to dim. It became harder to share openly the things I genuinely believed were true.  It was frustrating, especially when some of those "controversial" things I shared later turned out to be completely true. Looking back, I realize I backed down. I held back when I could have continued to share what I understood to be truth with the world. And in that reflection, a powerful realization hit me: this is a tactic of ...