Concord Rise

“Our nation is free” Free — except when Uncle Sam says no. Freedom with conditions, liberty with a leash. We wave flags, but sometimes forget who’s holding the pole. “Success equals wealth” And wealth equals success — Until it bankrupts our soul, Until the gold we chase rusts our connection to God. “Technology will save us” Except when it owns us. We scroll, swipe, and surrender — Trading wisdom for algorithms, silence for notifications. “The Church is where God lives” But God is not confined to stained glass and sermons. He walks in the wind, rests in the trees, And maybe — just maybe — He’s more at peace in nature Than in pews filled with performance.