Category: Philosophy – Psychology – Social Issues
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The Double-Edged Sword of Artificial Intelligence
A prophetic analysis of artificial intelligence—its benefits, dangers, and its role in the rise of global surveillance, technocratic governance, and digital captivity. This essay connects modern AI systems like Palantir with Book of Mormon warnings about secret combinations, the great and abominable church, and the coming collapse of totalitarian world powers.
Jared Eastley
AI Control Systems, AI Dangers, AI Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Book of Mormon Prophecy, Digital Slavery, Digital Tyranny, End-Times Prophecy, Freedom and Liberty, Global Surveillance, Government Overreach, Great and Abominable Church, Loss of Privacy, Palantir Technologies, Predictive Policing, Secret Combinations, Technological Bondage, Totalitarian Government, Zion and Babylon -
Why People Reject Truth
This essay explores how emotional reasoning, pride, and fear blind us to truth—and how we can reclaim honest, Christ-centered discernment. Learn why so many reject light, defend corrupt institutions, and walk in darkness without knowing it, and how courage and humility restore spiritual clarity.
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Post-Lecture Q&A with C.S. Lewis
This is Part 2 of An Address by C.S. Lewis at Oxford in 2025. If you haven’t yet read it, read that before reading this. 1. Question: “Your portrayal of the Lion, Aslan, seems inconsistent. In the books, he seems generally very gentle and kind, a little stern at times, but mostly quite tame. Now,…
Jared Eastley
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How to Appreciate Friends Correctly
Many people suffer unnecessary pain because they expect too much from the wrong kinds of friends. This essay explains how to recognize each friendship type, set wiser boundaries, and cultivate relationships that uplift, support, and align with your needs.
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An Address by C. S. Lewis at Oxford in 2025
What if C. S. Lewis returned to Oxford to deliver one more message? This 30-minute imagined address reveals a bold, prophetic Lewis speaking on Christ, the purpose of life, righteousness, transformation, agency, and the final judgment. One of the most powerful and moving Christian messages you’ll read this year.
Jared Eastley
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Be Hard to Kill
11/11/2025 Introduction There is a lot of intense meaning packed into this four-word phrase: Be hard to kill. Within it lies an entire philosophy of life and mode of being that speaks volumes. It expresses, in simplicity, a mindset that every man and woman of God should strive to maintain. It is not about violence…
Jared Eastley
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No One Is Going to Save You
10/17/2025 . This essay is designed as a John Wayne / Army General-style motivational speech. It is supposed to be direct and blunt. If you don’t have the grit to take it, then skip it! And, as always, my primary audience is myself. Introduction Life is not a fairy tale. No cavalry is riding over…
Jared Eastley
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Riches for Me, but Not for Thee
10/13/2025 . Introduction The phrase “Riches for me, but not for thee” captures an intrinsic and enduring form of social and economic hypocrisy that persists in every level of society. It describes the practice of demanding labor, sacrifice, and loyalty from others while hoarding wealth, privilege, and opportunity for oneself. This dynamic can be found…
Jared Eastley
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Rules for Thee, but Not for Me
10/11/2025 . Introduction Throughout history, one of the most persistent criticisms of leadership has been the charge of hypocrisy. The phrase “Rules for thee, but not for me” captures the practice of those in power imposing laws, standards, expectations, and moral obligations on others while exempting themselves. This form of hypocrisy undermines credibility, erodes trust,…
Jared Eastley
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The Loneliness of a Crowded Age
10/9/2025 . It is one of the paradoxes of our time: people live closer together than ever before, yet many feel lonelier than ever, too. Houses are stacked side by side, neighborhoods are dense, workplaces full of colleagues—and yet the reality for so many is loneliness. The appearance of community often masks its absence. Superficial…
Jared Eastley
GREATER LIGHT AND TRUTH 