Faith vs. Culture: The Shocking Arrest of a Seattle Pastor
Today, I sit down with renowned attorney Nate Kellum from the First Liberty Institute. With over 500 religious freedom cases under his belt, Nate provides a critical look into the growing trend of religious persecution in the West. The episode centers on the shocking story of Pastor Matthew Meineke, who was arrested in Seattle for publicly reading the Bible. Nate and I delve into how the cultural climate is challenging First Amendment rights, the role of law enforcement in these scenarios, and what this means for religious freedom in the United States. Please tune in to understand the broader implications and learn how Christians can stand up for their rights in an increasingly challenging environment.
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Jeff speaks boldly and honestly about the struggles of those persecuted for their faith and the growing hatred of Christians in the West. Jeff’s incredible experiences, inspiring stories, and passion for the persecuted make him an insightful and compelling speaker.
He typically speaks about persecution around the world and the beginning of persecution in the West. But Jeff’s favorite topic is the transformational spiritual lessons of the persecuted and martyrs.
Jeff is the author of Islam Uncensored, (2011) Last Words of the Martyrs, (2023) and The Whisper (2024). His thought-provoking and inspirational stories and content have helped build a loyal audience of nearly one million social media followers, millions of web followers, podcast listeners, and more.
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