Only A Woman

I thoroughly enjoyed Leadership and the Sin of Empathy . It is a bold and needed critique of a cultural shift that many sense but struggle to articulate. The author confronts what he describes as a growing “tyranny of the sensitive,” where victimhood is elevated and exaggerated claims of harm are used to demand agreement, submission, and silence. One of the most compelling arguments in the book is how language has been redefined. What was once considered conflict, disagreement, or even loving accountability is now often labeled as abuse. This shift creates a dangerous environment where truth becomes secondary to feelings, and those who attempt to hold others accountable are accused of harm. The result is a kind of moral inversion where the one claiming hurt assumes authority, and the one speaking truth is placed on trial. The book also offers a helpful distinction in how empathy has been historically understood versus how it is now being practiced. Referencing earlier definitions, ...

I thoroughly enjoyed reading The American Story by David Barton and Tim Barton . It was both informative and encouraging to read a version of American history that highlights the faith, courage, and sacrifice of our Founding Fathers. For many years, much of what has been taught in schools seems to present a very different picture, one that often demonizes the Founders rather than honoring the incredible risks they and their families took to establish this nation. This book challenges that narrative by returning to primary sources and historical writings that clearly show the role faith played in the founding of America. One of the most striking takeaways for me was how deeply biblical principles are woven throughout the foundation of our country. It becomes very clear while reading that the Constitution was written in a culture shaped by biblical understanding and moral principles. The Bartons do an excellent job of presenting evidence and historical context that help the reader se...