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Christspiracy Revisited: An Interview with Co-Director Kameron Waters
In Christspiracy Revisited, Kameron Waters, co-director of Christspiracy, reaches out to Alex Lang about his review of the documentary Christspiracy, which explores the theory that Jesus was a member of the Nazorean sect—an early Jewish movement opposed to animal sacrifice and meat consumption. Through historical references and early Christian sources, the piece challenges traditional views of Jesus, offering a compelling look at how diet, violence, and faith may be deeply in

Alexander Lang
Aug 111 min read


Restorative Faith Podcast Season 4 is Out Now!
Season 4 of the Restorative Faith Podcast tackles the complex relationship between science and Christianity. From evolution and climate change to memory, free will, and the afterlife, this season challenges long-held religious assumptions through gripping interviews with leading experts and powerful human-interest stories. This an approach to science and faith you've never experienced before!

Alexander Lang
Jul 17 min read


The Hidden Psychedelic World of First-Century Corinth: What Paul Really Meant in 1 Corinthians
Did Christians in Paul's church in Corinth utilize psychedelic substances during agape feasts (the Lord's Supper), drawing from Greco-Roman mystery cults? Pastor Paule Patterson examines 1 Corinthians through this lens, revealing Paul's concern for spiritual excess and ego-driven worship. Rather than rejecting mystical experiences, Paul urges grounding them in love, humility, and communal unity—pointing to a deeper awakening through self-giving transformation.

Alexander Lang
Jun 17 min read


Slavery in the New Testament and Beyond
Ancient Slavery and its New Testament Contexts edited by Dr. Christy Cobb and Dr. Katherine Shaner is a compilation of different scholars who are experts in the field of slavery in the ancient world. I had the opportunity to interview Dr. Cobb and Dr. Shaner about this new work and its implications, not just for understanding slavery in the New Testament, but also slavery in the modern world.

Alexander Lang
May 14 min read


Is Radical Empathy Our Only Hope? (Summary Version)
History has shown that when community bonds dissolve, authoritarian figures consolidate power. Is violence our only solution?

Alexander Lang
Apr 14 min read


The Demise of Expertise
When did opinions become more important than facts? In this article, we trace the history of how experts lost credibility in our society.

Alexander Lang
Mar 19 min read


Brooke Shields: A Mirror of American Sexuality
Brooke Shields: From child star to sexual icon, her journey mirrors America's complex relationship with sexuality and Puritanical values.

Alexander Lang
Feb 19 min read


2025: The Year of Manifestation
Reflecting on patience in 2024, I share lessons from setbacks and reveal why "manifest" is my word for 2025. Join the journey!

Alexander Lang
Jan 17 min read


Untold: The True Story of Mary, the Mother of Jesus
Every Christmas, we tell the story of the virgin birth. The real story of Mary's origin is far more shocking than any pageant you will see.

Alexander Lang
Dec 2, 202413 min read


Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up?
With every politician claiming that Jesus is on their side, I thought we should take a moment to discern who Jesus would really support.

Alexander Lang
Nov 3, 20245 min read


Presidents, Priests and P. Diddy: Power vs. Morality
Why do people with power often lose their moral compass? We explore a unique theory connecting presidents, priests and P. Diddy.

Alexander Lang
Oct 4, 202410 min read


Departure: 1 Year Later
A year ago, my article Departure: Why I Left the Church went viral. A year later, I reflect on how that moment changed my life.

Alexander Lang
Sep 1, 20248 min read


Introducing Kokoro Season 1
Introducing Kokoro, a YouTube series hosted by Alex Lang. Through stories, interviews and instruction, Kokoro seeks to expand your world.

Alexander Lang
Aug 1, 20246 min read


A History of Purity Culture
During a recent interview, a former Evangelical talked about the trauma Purity Culture. We unpack the history behind this movement.

Alexander Lang
Jul 2, 202410 min read


Confessions of a Naïve Optimist
A recent conversation sent me spiraling to a very dark place. In this confession, I talk about what it taught me and how I found my way out.

Alexander Lang
Jun 1, 20249 min read


What If…The Present Could Influence the Past?
Time always moves forward. But what if major events like 9/11 have the ability to reverberate backwards, influencing the past? Learn how!

Alexander Lang
May 1, 202411 min read


Christspiracy – A Movie Review
In this post, I review the movie Christspiracy, which claims to have uncovered a massive conspiracy hidden by the church for centuries.

Alexander Lang
Mar 30, 202413 min read


Flipping the Script: How an Interview about Climate Change Upended My Biases
Recently, I realized some of my biases about evangelical Christians are wrong. Now, I'm questioning my own life narratives.

Alexander Lang
Mar 1, 20249 min read


Belonging: The Overlap of Sports and Religion
Sports and religion both tap into the human desire for belonging. But as Christianity declines, will sports become our new religion?

Alexander Lang
Feb 1, 20248 min read


2024: The Year of Patience
Every year, I choose a word that I believe will define the coming year. This year's word is patience.

Alexander Lang
Jan 1, 20248 min read
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