Chris Reighley

Founder of Shoe Leather Gospel and fellow pilgrim on the journey of faith. I teach Scripture with clarity and warmth to help believers put truth in their shoes and walk with Christ through every step of life.

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  • Explore Psalm 91’s message of divine protection through the lens of American Independence. Discover how faith, providence, and patriotism shaped our nation’s founding and what that means for believers today.

    Psalm 91 and the American Promise

    This July 4th, join me in reflecting on the deeper meaning behind Independence Day. In one of my favorite sermons, Psalm 91: An American Promise, I explore how God’s providence, protection, and…

  • AI and the Image of God

    What makes us truly human in an age of artificial intelligence? This article explores how the imago Dei sets humanity apart from machines—and why that matters for our digital age.

  • Only Christ can break down the walls of hostility between people. Based on Ephesians 2:14–16, this post unpacks true gospel reconciliation and challenges the Church to model real unity in a divided world.

    Reconciliation Through Christ: Breaking Down Walls

    Only Christ can break down the walls of hostility between people. Based on Ephesians 2:14–16, this post unpacks true gospel reconciliation and challenges the Church to model real unity in a divided…

  • Scripture paints rich portraits of servant leadership—from Joseph’s wisdom to Nehemiah’s resolve. Explore how God’s chosen leaders led through faith, humility, and courage.

    Servant Leadership Examples from the Bible

    Discover how servant leadership isn’t just a modern buzzword, but a biblical principle lived out by figures like Moses, Jesus, and Paul. This post explores timeless examples of humility, sacrifice, and God-centered…

  • Facing the Issues: A Christian Worldview for a Confused Age

    A bold, biblical response to today’s cultural confusion. This series tackles 12 key issues—from gender to justice—through a gospel-centered lens that equips believers to stand firm in truth and grace.

  • Isaiah 1:17 calls Christians to seek true justice—not cultural counterfeits. This post compares biblical justice with critical social justice and equips believers to discern the difference with clarity, courage, and compassion.

    Biblical Justice vs. Social Justice

    Isaiah 1:17 calls Christians to seek true justice—not cultural counterfeits. This post compares biblical justice with critical social justice and equips believers to discern the difference with clarity, courage, and compassion.

  • Standard Bearers: What the Stars, Stripes, and Soldiers Still Mean

    On Flag Day and the Army’s 250th birthday, we reflect on the symbols of banners and battles through the lens of Scripture. What does it mean to honor the flag without idolizing…

  • On June 14, 2025, two visions of America clashed—military celebration in Washington and anti-authority protests across the nation. But beneath the flags and fury lies a deeper crisis: not political, but spiritual. This article explores the theological roots of rebellion and the hope of Christ’s unshakable Kingdom.

    ”No King” you say – I think I see the Problem

    On June 14, 2025, two visions of America clashed—military celebration in Washington and anti-authority protests across the nation. But beneath the flags and fury lies a deeper crisis: not political, but spiritual.…

  • All people are made in the image of God. Acts 17:26 reveals the biblical foundation for human dignity and racial equality—and shows why our identity must be rooted in divine design, not social labels.

    The Image of God and the End of Racism

    All people are made in the image of God. Acts 17:26 reveals the biblical foundation for human dignity and racial equality—and shows why our identity must be rooted in divine design, not…