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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Christian Public Theology for Cultural Clarity

Christian public theology helps believers think clearly in a complex world. This page gathers teachings that bring Scripture into the public square with humility and conviction. Learn to engage culture with wisdom, hope, and faithful presence.

  • When Words Become Bullets: The Assassination of Charlie Kirk and the Crisis of Our Age

    Charlie Kirk’s assassination marks another moment when opinions turned deadly. History shows this pattern is not new — from Cain and Abel to the assassinations of Lincoln, MLK, and beyond. In this…

  • Representative Brian Harrison’s call to fire Texas A&M President Mark Welsh reveals an irony: cancel culture tactics are being used to fight Critical Theory. This article explores why Welsh’s leadership reflects Aggie values, why accountability differs from cancel culture, and why Christians must resist fighting ideology with its own tools.

    The Spirit Tested: Texas A&M, Gender Ideology, and the Call to Integrity

    As an Aggie and Bush School EMPSA student, I write not to attack Texas A&M but to call us back to our values. The ENGL 360 incident was more than a syllabus…

  • How should Christians approach voting? Jeremiah 29:7 shows that ballots are stewardship, not saviors. Discover how to vote with conviction, wisdom, and hope in Christ.

    Voting with a Biblical Worldview

    Jeremiah 29:7 calls believers to seek the welfare of the city. Voting is one way to do so, not as ultimate hope but as stewardship. This article explores how Christians can approach…

  • Acts 5:29 calls believers to obey God rather than men. This article explores what faithful disobedience looks like when government demands worship or forbids obedience to Christ, showing how courage and conviction prepare Christians to stand firm with loyalty to the true King.

    When Caesar Demands Worship: Faithful Disobedience

    Acts 5:29 calls believers to obey God rather than men. This article explores what faithful disobedience looks like when government demands worship or forbids obedience to Christ, showing how courage and conviction…

  • Discover God’s purpose for government from Romans 13:1–2. Learn why authority is God’s servant, not savior, and how Christians should respond with respect and hope.

    The Role of Government in God’s Plan

    Government is not a human invention or a necessary evil. Romans 13:1–2 teaches that authority is established by God. This article explores how believers can honor rulers as God’s servants, respect government’s…

  • True freedom begins in Christ, not government. Discover why religious liberty matters for gospel witness and how believers can stand firm today.

    Religious Freedom: A Biblical Defense

    True freedom doesn’t come from courts or constitutions—it comes from Christ. This article explores Galatians 5:1, the foundation of religious liberty, and why defending freedom of conscience matters for gospel witness in…

  • 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.