“Justification is the doctrine in which the church stands or falls. Either we must do something to be saved, or our salvation is purely a gift of grace.”
-Herman BavinckFriday, June 13, 2025
Biblical Submission in Marriage
Correct meaning of bibilical submission pic.twitter.com/wJdSX9bmZB
— De Christian Life (@DeChristianLife) June 13, 2025
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Quote of the Day: Martin Luther
-Martin Luther
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Quote of the Day: Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah
“We cannot to export our resources”.- Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah President of Namibia ๐ณ๐ฆ pic.twitter.com/5NXvcn3ruM
— Typical African (@Joe__Bassey) May 24, 2025
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
How long is a day on Each Planet?
How long is a day on Each Planet?
— Interesting STEM (@InterestingSTEM) June 10, 2025
pic.twitter.com/TwYkjVAxPL
Veo-generated vlogs
Veo 3 videos are taking over the timeline.
— Justine Moore (@venturetwins) June 10, 2025
And the viral AI vlogs featuring Stormtroopers, Bible characters, and Yetis are shockingly easy to make.
I'll teach you (1) where to generate them, and (2) how to prompt the model ๐ pic.twitter.com/C0X7HZrme8
IT JUST GOT CHEAPER FOR AI VIDEO!
— Murray Frost (@MurrayFrost_) June 10, 2025
I've refined the Selfie AI Video Prompt to get accurate results 99% of the time. Want the prompt and tutorial? Comment PROPMT and I'll send it to you and show you IN DETAIL how I was able to get results like this
๐๐ pic.twitter.com/sArPu412xc
Riri Williams - Iron Heart
When Riri Williams set out to build her armor, she wanted to make something iconic.
— Marvel Entertainment (@Marvel) June 10, 2025
Follow the evolution of Riri's #MarvelComics designs, from her first suit to the armor that cemented Ironheart as a leading hero of her generation ๐งต pic.twitter.com/aezN24XDEo
Quote of the Day: Arikana Chihombori
If President Trump does not want a relationship with Africa, Africa shouldn’t be begging for it”.- Dr Arikana Chihombori. pic.twitter.com/x3eowz5YnR
— Typical African (@Joe__Bassey) May 24, 2025
Monday, June 9, 2025
Roman Catholic Solteriology
The Roman Catholic plan of salvation is completely unbiblical. pic.twitter.com/xyajYsQYMn
— ๐๐ ๐๐ โ๐๐๐ ๐️ (@sola_chad) June 9, 2025
Sunday, June 8, 2025
The Bible References Itelf
With 63,000 cross references and over 300 prophesies about Jesus that were fulfilled over 700 years after they were written, how could anyone doubt that the Bible is true? pic.twitter.com/oPCa7NDv7u
— ๐๐ ๐๐ โ๐๐๐ ๐️ (@sola_chad) June 8, 2025
Quote of the Day: Ibrahim Traore
"Africa is not your experiment, your puppet, your warehouse of raw materials...Africa will not kneel." pic.twitter.com/jyTcsGMuI7
— Kentah Gwanjez (@GWANJEZ) May 21, 2025
Saturday, June 7, 2025
Quote of the Day: Neil deGrasse Tyson
When a Government is scientifically illiterate, but doesn’t know it, then its actions (or inactions) can be a recipe for the dismantling of an informed and enlightened Democracy. #ScienceMatters
— Neil deGrasse Tyson (@neiltyson) May 22, 2025
Friday, June 6, 2025
Quote of the Day: Jasmine Crockett
BREAKING: Rep. Jasmine Crockett uses a ruling from Trump's Supreme Court to make a point on due process. "No person shall be removed from the United States without opportunity at some time to be heard... I don’t even like this Supreme Court."
— Really American ๐บ๐ธ (@ReallyAmerican1) May 21, 2025
Brilliant.๐ฅpic.twitter.com/l35UQ2NwrV
Thursday, June 5, 2025
Quote of the Day: Charles Stanley
No matter what happens… Trust God. pic.twitter.com/u5YOjEZIg8
— Talk Church (@churchtalkative) May 22, 2025
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
What If Biblical Heroes Posted on Social Media?
People are now using AI to depict Biblical stories.
— George (@BehizyTweets) June 3, 2025
Satan didn't have this on his bingo cards. pic.twitter.com/XpjLJNfn9n
Search the web and get complete content with just a few lines of Python!
Search the web and get complete content with just a few lines of Python!
— Afiz ⚡️ (@itsafiz) June 3, 2025
Firecrawl’s Search API lets you query the web & scrape results in one shot! Perfect for building AI tools or data pipelines.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to get you started with @firecrawl_dev's search! pic.twitter.com/vEQ3uApjfC
Monday, June 2, 2025
Quote of the Day: Thomas Sankara
"We need to work to decolonize the mindsets." pic.twitter.com/eX0wXEHhu8
— Kentah Gwanjez (@GWANJEZ) May 21, 2025
Sunday, June 1, 2025
Quote of the Day: Malcolm X
“The House Negro” - Brother Malcolm X pic.twitter.com/Ja0SeXRZRI
— Typical African (@Joe__Bassey) May 21, 2025
Saturday, May 31, 2025
Surprising Malcolm X: Berkeley 1963 Interview (UNCENSORED!!!)
Summary
This lengthy and profound interview and discussion delves deeply into the views of Minister Malcolm X (Malcolm Shabazz) on race relations, systemic oppression, and the struggle for black liberation in America during the early 1960s. Malcolm X challenges the dominant narratives about Black Americans, the Nation of Islam, and the civil rights movement, offering an unflinching analysis of racism as embedded structurally and psychologically in American society.
Malcolm X begins by dispelling persistent stereotypes about the Nation of Islam, firmly rejecting the notion that it endorses or initiates violence. He clarifies that the organization practices self-defense but does not seek aggressive conflict, using the analogy of a victim’s resistance being misinterpreted as violence. He highlights how white supremacist groups have engaged in sustained brutal violence without being similarly demonized.
Throughout the interview, Malcolm critiques the hypocrisy of American democracy, exposing the gaping contradictions between the nation’s ideals and the lived realities of Black people—denied freedom, subject to violence, and systematically excluded from full citizenship. He condemns the failure of laws and court rulings meant to protect Black rights, noting that legal victories such as desegregation decrees remain largely unimplemented while Black demonstrators continue to be arrested unjustly.
Malcolm vehemently opposes forced integration as a goal, positing separation and self-determination as the only viable path for true Black empowerment and justice. He critiques the civil rights movement’s reliance on nonviolence as ineffective and expresses skepticism about mainstream political engagement and established “leaders,” who he argues too often serve white interests and maintain the status quo under the guise of friendship or liberalism.
He identifies a systemic psychological warfare aimed at African Americans—conditioning them to accept inferiority and to trust in empty promises of equality. Malcolm highlights how the Nation of Islam’s growing appeal stems from its message of Black pride, cultural identity, and connection with the global Black liberation movements, particularly emerging African nations asserting independence in the post-colonial era.
Malcolm warns vigorously against Black leaders and organizations co-opted by white political interests—whom he describes metaphorically as “foxes” and “wolves” who undermine Black progress from within by protecting white supremacy. True leadership, he contends, must come from grassroots, independent Black voices that prioritize their own community’s interests unapologetically.
In his concluding remarks, Malcolm articulates a vision for Black people to establish an independent nation, separate and self-sustaining, where justice, freedom, and equality can be genuinely realized. This independent future requires rejecting illusions provided by American legal and political systems and embracing self-reliance, education, and unity.
The broader context affirms that despite being recorded in 1963, Malcolm X’s insights remain deeply relevant today. His focus on empowerment, unity, self-determination, and critical awareness continues to inspire and challenge societies confronting racial injustice and systemic inequality.
Highlights
- ✊ Malcolm X refutes accusations that the Nation of Islam promotes violence; it advocates self-defense but never initiates aggression.
- ๐️ Exposes the hypocrisy of American democracy: freedom is denied to Black Americans despite the nation’s professed ideals.
- ✂️ Advocates separation and self-determination for Black people instead of forced integration into oppressive systems.
- ๐บ๐บ Uses vivid metaphors (“fox” and “wolf”) to warn against white liberals and Black puppets who maintain white supremacy.
- ๐ Connects the rise of the Nation of Islam’s popularity to global Black liberation movements and African independence.
- ⚖️ Criticizes the failure of legal and political systems to deliver real justice and civil rights to Black Americans.
- ๐ค Calls for grassroots, independent Black leadership committed to cultivating pride, education, and self-reliance.
Key Insights
✊ Violence as Self-Defense, Not Initiation:
Malcolm X’s explanation distinguishes between reactive violence (self-defense) and aggressive violence (initiation), arguing the unfair projection of violence onto Black communities by white society stems from guilt about historical brutality. This reframes the narrative and challenges media and societal biases that label Black liberation movements as violent provocateurs.๐️ Systemic Hypocrisy and Legal Disenfranchisement:
Malcolm X points out that laws promising equality—like school desegregation—are flagrantly ignored, highlighting how legal mechanisms often serve as symbolic gestures rather than genuine tools of liberation. His emphasis on the lack of sincere implementation exposes performative political acts and challenges reliance on mainstream legal institutions for racial justice.✂️ Separation vs. Integration Debate:
Contrary to popular civil rights narratives, Malcolm X’s advocacy for separation underscores that integration into a fundamentally racist system cannot resolve Black oppression. He promotes a model where Black people control their own destiny socially, economically, and politically, which remains a radical solution versus mere assimilation into pre-existing structures.๐บ๐บ Cunning Allies and Complicit Leaders:
The fox and wolf metaphor is a powerful critique of white liberals and compromised Black leaders who appear friendly or supportive but actually undermine Black empowerment. Malcolm’s insight serves as a caution for communities to critically evaluate their leadership and resist co-option that perpetuates oppression.๐ Pan-African Influence and Global Consciousness:
The emergence of newly independent African nations was pivotal in shifting Black American perceptions and providing cultural and intellectual resonance to Elijah Muhammad’s teachings. This global dimension roots the Black struggle in an international fight for dignity, not just American civil rights, inspiring solidarity beyond borders.⚖️ Distrust of Political Systems and Leadership:
Malcolm’s skepticism toward political parties, liberal activists, and mainstream civil rights leaders reveals a belief that real change is not granted by those in power but must be claimed by the oppressed themselves. This insight stresses self-reliance and vigilance against false allies, critiquing the “inside game” approach that can stall justice.๐ค Empowerment through Education, Unity, and Self-Respect:
Ultimately, Malcolm X’s vision is both a critique and a blueprint—a call to reclaim history, culture, and collective identity as foundations for empowerment. His message urges Black people not to seek permission or acceptance but to assert their humanity by building independent institutions, economies, and societies.
Conclusion
This transcript captures Malcolm X’s analytical brilliance and unapologetic advocacy for Black liberation during a crucial era. His perspectives remain relevant in illuminating the structures of racial oppression, the challenges of coalition-building, and the importance of autonomous leadership. Malcolm’s call for separation is a radical alternative to integration, designed to achieve true justice rather than superficial conformity.
The enduring value of his message lies in the empowerment and self-determination it demands, encouraging deeper reflection on leadership, the role of the oppressed in their own liberation, and the transformative power of truth. By critically interrogating mainstream narratives and confronting uncomfortable realities, Malcolm X’s insights continue to inspire ongoing struggles for racial equality and human dignity.
10 Church Beliefs You Thought Were Biblical (BUT AREN'T)!
Summary
This video explores common misconceptions about the Christian church that many people accept as biblical truths but which actually lack direct scriptural support. It highlights ten widely held beliefs about the church, clarifies how these ideas compare with the teachings found in the New Testament, and emphasizes the importance of returning to the Bible as the ultimate authority rather than relying on tradition or cultural norms. The video covers issues such as the nature of the church, the conduct and format of worship services, leadership roles within the church, giving practices, Sabbath observance, inclusivity, authority of church leaders, the role of women, clergy celibacy, and the attitude Christians should have towards judging others. Ultimately, it advocates for a church that is a living community of believers, focused on grace, unity, love, and spreading the knowledge of Jesus.
Highlights
- ๐️ The church is the people, not the building.
- ๐ There is no prescribed order for church services in the Bible.
- ๐ All believers share spiritual authority, not just pastors or priests.
- ๐ฐ New Testament giving is about cheerful generosity, not an exact 10% tithe.
- ๐ The Sabbath is not mandated to be observed on Sunday by Christians.
- ๐ The church is for everyone, not exclusively for believers.
- ๐ซ Judging others harshly is contrary to Jesus’ teachings on grace.
Key Insights
๐งฑ The Church as People, Not a Building: The Greek origin of the word “church” (Ekklesia) means assembly or gathering. This clarifies that the church is fundamentally the community of believers united by faith, not a physical location. This insight corrects a common misconception that equates church attendance in a specific building with the fullness of church life. This empowers believers to understand that church can happen anywhere and emphasizes the relational and spiritual nature of the church over architectural structures.
๐ Flexibility in Worship Services: The video highlights that the New Testament describes various elements of worship like fellowship, prayer, teaching, and shared meals but does not enforce a rigid liturgical structure. This flexibility allows local congregations or small groups to focus on the heart and purpose of worship—glorifying God and encouraging believers—rather than adhering strictly to formalities. It encourages creativity and responsiveness to the Spirit rather than church-as-institutional-routine.
๐ฅ Every Believer’s Spiritual Authority: Scripture affirms that all Christians are part of a “royal priesthood” and have spiritual gifts to benefit the church community. This challenges hierarchical views that privilege ordained clergy over laypeople. The democratization of spiritual authority urges believers to engage actively in ministry and leadership, recognizing their God-given roles without dependence on formal titles.
๐ Generosity vs. Tithing: The Old Testament practice of tithing (giving 10%) is often assumed to be a New Testament mandate, but the video clarifies that Paul encourages believers to give voluntarily, cheerfully, and according to individual capacity (2 Corinthians 9). This insight shifts focus from legalistic percentages to the quality and heart attitude behind giving, promoting joyful generosity instead of obligation or guilt.
⏳ Sabbath Observance: The video explains that the Sabbath commandment was specifically for the Jewish people and under the Mosaic covenant, observed on the seventh day (Saturday). While early Christians gathered on Sunday to celebrate Jesus’ resurrection, there is no biblical command to replace the Sabbath with Sunday rest. Instead, Christians are called to find rest “in Christ” continually, emphasizing spiritual rest over legalistic observance of a particular day.
๐ค Church as a Place for All: Although the church consists of believers, Jesus’ Great Commission instructs followers to make disciples of all nations, welcoming seekers, skeptics, and curious outsiders. This insight combats exclusionary attitudes and reminds churches that their mission is outreach and hospitality. It encourages creating invitational environments that reflect God’s love and openness rather than barriers or judgmental stances.
⚖️ Rejecting Infallibility and Judgment: The video confronts two common but unbiblical attitudes—assuming church leaders like the pope are infallible and viewing the church as a judgmental institution. Scripture shows church leaders can err (e.g., Peter’s rebuke by Paul) and that Jesus warns strongly against hypocritical judgment. Instead, the church should be a place of grace, restoration, humility, and encouragement, modeling Christ’s forgiving love and focusing on righteous discernment rather than condemnation.
๐ก Women’s Leadership Affirmed in Scripture: The video challenges cultural assumptions by pointing to biblical examples of women serving as deacons and teachers in the early church (e.g., Phoebe and Priscilla). This presents a case for revisiting restrictive roles based more on historical societal norms rather than clear biblical commands, encouraging churches to empower women in leadership consistent with New Testament practices.
๐ Celibacy Not a Biblical Mandate for Clergy: Contrary to some traditions, the video clarifies that mandatory celibacy is not commanded in the New Testament for church leaders. Many apostles were married, and Paul encourages singleness only as an option for those who can remain celibate by choice. This insight allows for a broader understanding of faithful ministry that includes both married and single leaders.
๐ The Church’s Core Focus on Grace and Unity: Ultimately, the video stresses that the church ought to reflect Christ’s love, grace, and truth. This means prioritizing relationship over ritual, grace over judgment, and empowerment over exclusion. By grounding beliefs and practices in scripture rather than tradition, churches can foster communities that are welcoming, supportive, and missionally active in making Jesus known.
This comprehensive reevaluation encourages believers to rethink their understanding and practice of church through a biblical lens, fostering healthier, more inclusive, and authentic Christian communities.
Quote of the Day: Arikana Chihombori
One of Dr Arikana Chihombori speech that got her removed from being an African Union ambassador. pic.twitter.com/bQqAEe0Qlr
— Typical African (@Joe__Bassey) May 31, 2025
Quote of the Day: Samia Suluhu
"I still cook for my husband and wash his clothes, I am a President, a wife and a mother" ~ Samia Suluhu (President of Tanzania)
— African Hub (@AfricanHub_) May 21, 2025
Your thoughts on this pic.twitter.com/71wvUQRNIf
Friday, May 30, 2025
Tell Me You Do Not Know History Without Telling Me You Do Not Know What You Are Talking About
A map of where the bloodiest and most major battles have occurred in the last 4000 years https://t.co/ADDBlncqdx pic.twitter.com/6xhShLKEPn
— AllegedBantu๐ฆฉ (@HonouraryNilote) May 30, 2025
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Youngster Calls Charlie Kirk to Account
Charlie Kirk is a straight up degenerate white supremacist SOB. and this young man break Charlie Kirk down. pic.twitter.com/qeXrvk9OVy
— Don Salmon (@dijoni) May 27, 2025
Quote of the Day: Taino Chief Hatney
Before being burned alive by the Spaniards in 1512, Taino chief Hatuey was asked if he wanted to accept Christianity and go to Heaven. He asked if Spaniards went there, when told yes, he said he'd rather go to hell. pic.twitter.com/NZ2eM8rnh7
— Morbid Knowledge (@Morbidful) May 17, 2025
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
On Kwame Nkrumah
Moment a 93 year old Ghanaian woman, Mary Soma Otoo speak about the selflessness of Dr Kwame Nkrumah, the first president of Ghana ๐ฌ๐ญ pic.twitter.com/rn5Gzmfxp6
— Typical African (@Joe__Bassey) May 25, 2025
Thank You, British Empire
“All problems in the world go back to the British.” pic.twitter.com/kiPoKdXQ4U
— Typical African (@Joe__Bassey) May 27, 2025
“Ibole Ibole Woy Yo”
Video of Big Drum Ceremony
— Mythical Caribbean (@MythoCaribbean) May 26, 2025
This song is called “Ibole Ibole Woy Yo”.
This song was created by enslaved people from the Igbo tribe brought to Grenada from Nigeria. https://t.co/vzw67gi9yE pic.twitter.com/Dw6q2OqUXS
Quote of the Day: Shahrazad Ali
"WHY DO BLACK PEOPLE HAVE TO FORGET ABOUT SLAVERY . Thoughts ๐ญ ⁉️ pic.twitter.com/Qep33AaH7e
— BLACK FLAG ๐จ๐ด๐บ๐ฑ๐ป (@FlagBlack007) May 27, 2025
Quote of the Day: Claude E. Shannon
We may have knowledge of the past but cannot control it; we may control the future but have no knowledge of it.
- Claude E. Shannon
Monday, May 26, 2025
Abubakar II of Mali
They don’t teach you such history in school. But we have them preserved orally in the Sahel region of West Africa and in old manuscripts, as trade was later established between the Mali empire and the Americas. pic.twitter.com/RsPG4lNrlm
— Typical African (@Joe__Bassey) May 25, 2025
Julius Malema on South African White Genocide
"America with drama is #1". - Julius Malema pic.twitter.com/lLnF8cB1k5
— ๐ฅSANGO'S✊๐ฟWRATH๐ฉ (@DetroitBabalawo) May 25, 2025
Burkino Faso is not Blind
This tweet should go viral more than anyone else. Just listen to President Ibrahim Traore. pic.twitter.com/T3QxPf2Lqe
— Chimamanda ❤️ (@Ode_Luwa) May 26, 2025
Quote of the Day: Malcolm X
"Only a fool would support a culture that encourages him to disrespect his woman,buy things that he can't afford,sell each other drugs and fill up the prisons. Call you n****r,and your daughter a hoe.The white man doesn't have to oppress you because you're doing his job for him." pic.twitter.com/seSlo1MOI8
— Kentah Gwanjez (@GWANJEZ) May 16, 2025
Sunday, May 25, 2025
Saturday, May 24, 2025
Trump Should have Heard Malema
But you sold him https://t.co/YvNAprTVGZ
— Fighter Rakgadi ๐ฟ๐ฆ ๐ง๐ซ (@Rakgadi_EM) May 24, 2025
ELAINE BROWN: FEMINISTS VS. BLACK PANTHERS
ELAINE BROWN: FEMINISTS VS. BLACK PANTHERS
— African Stream (@african_stream) May 24, 2025
When former Black Panther Party Chairwoman Elaine Brown spoke about the Black Panther Party’s food programmes, particularly ‘Free Breakfast for Children,’ which grew to provide more than one meal a day, an interviewer kept interrupting… pic.twitter.com/FeU4nQ5m1F
John Lennox Addressing the Problem of Suffering
John Lennox explains why Christianity gives the most satisfying answer to the problem of suffering. pic.twitter.com/GLnWY2B3MG
— Darwin to Jesus (@darwintojesus) May 24, 2025
3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 4 and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade. This inheritance is kept in heaven for you, 5 who through faith are shielded by God’s power until the coming of the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time. 6 In all this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. 7 These have come so that the proven genuineness of your faith—of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed. 8 Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, 9 for you are receiving the end result of your faith, the salvation of your souls.
10 Concerning this salvation, the prophets, who spoke of the grace that was to come to you, searched intently and with the greatest care, 11 trying to find out the time and circumstances to which the Spirit of Christ in them was pointing when he predicted the sufferings of the Messiah and the glories that would follow.
Progress
1956: 2025:
— Interesting STEM (@InterestingSTEM) May 24, 2025
5 MB 2 TB pic.twitter.com/gLBjnnrg66
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