On this blog we write about marketing, ideas that awaken dormant creativity, and how Christians should think about culture and public discourse. That sometimes means sharing an unpopular opinion about media figures, political movements, and the narratives they promote. Today’s topic: a sweeping claim that was recently made on a national platform — “everybody under 30 is against Israel” — and why Christians should respond with humility, truth, and charity.
Words Matter — Especially from Public Voices
When prominent voices make broad generalizations, they shape conversation. Megyn Kelly’s comment that “everybody under 30 is against Israel” is the kind of claim that demands evidence. If you mean “a large share of young people express skepticism,” then say that and cite the poll. If you mean “everybody,” be prepared to be challenged.
Young people today are facing an uncertain world: economic instability, climate anxiety scams perpetuated by the far-Left and corporatists, student debt, and a barrage of constantly updated crises. Many are not anti-Israel so much as weary — and rightly frustrated — at inheriting systems they did not design. They want solutions that address their needs and a future they can steward.
As Christians, we should avoid lazy generalizations. We are called to love truth and to speak it in love. That means when we critique media narratives, we must be precise and charitable, not dismissive.
Free Speech, Borders, and the Limits of Judgment
I am a strong believer in freedom of speech. I also believe in wise border policy and in avoiding unnecessary military entanglements. These convictions can coexist: we can defend free expression while arguing for prudent stewardship of national power.
When it comes to Israel or any nation, Christians must be careful. We do not pretend to be God’s judge. If a nation acts unrighteously, Scripture teaches that God is the righteous judge who will hold leaders accountable. Our role is to pray, to seek justice, and to extend mercy — not to assume we know God’s full plan.
Censorship Is a Threat to the Gospel
One of the gravest threats to the church in our time is not persecution in the stereotypical sense, but cultural censorship — the silencing or disciplining of those who speak unpopular truths. The early church thrived in part because Christians were willing to speak boldly. Today, we must be just as bold, but also just as wise and loving.
Censorship is not a uniquely Jewish, Christian, or secular problem. It arises wherever the powerful fear exposure or where people prefer control to conversation. As Christians we resist censorship because the Gospel flourishes when truth is heard, examined, and tested.
On Israel, Jewish Peoplehood, and Christian Humility
Jesus was a Jew. Christianity grows out of the Jewish Scriptures and the life of Israel. The Jewish people’s story matters to us deeply. That history includes pain, resilience, and a longing for security that many of us cannot fully know.
So when discussing Israel — its security concerns, its policies, or the pain in Gaza — Christians should speak with humility: we lack the firsthand experience; we lack the full context. That’s not an argument for silence; it’s an argument for measured, prayerful speech and careful discernment.
If Israel acts wrongly, God will address it in His perfect justice. If Israel acts in defense, Christians should pray for wisdom and for the protection of the innocent. Either way, Christ calls us to pursue peace and to love our neighbor — even when “neighbor” is far away and the politics are messy.
A Word About Public Figures and Property Rights
Public commentators and platform owners exercise significant influence. If you operate a media platform or a business, you have the right to set standards for your space — that is part of property rights and stewardship. But with ownership comes responsibility: using your platform to advance thoughtful, evidence-based arguments rather than sweeping, unsupported claims honors both truth and the public good.
If you disagree with a commentator, build your own platform. Engage, inform, and persuade. That’s the healthy way to change narratives in a free society.
Why This Matters for Christians
Everything we say and do has witness value. Christians should be recognized not for tribalism, fear, or partisan slogans, but for the way we pursue truth, justice, mercy, and humility (Micah 6:8). That posture is persuasive in a polarized world.
- Speak the truth, but speak it with gentleness.
- Defend the vulnerable, but beware of binary thinking.
- Reject censorship as a tool, even when we dislike the views being expressed.
- Pray for leaders, victims, and the nations involved.
Final Charge: Let God Be God
We will not pretend to have final answers about geopolitics. We will, however, insist on moral clarity: no leader is above judgment, no nation is beyond repentance, and no Christian should trade the Gospel for the comforts of partisanship.
If you are reading this and have not yet put your faith in Jesus Christ, consider this an invitation. The Lord calls each of us to humility, repentance, and new life in Him. Everything else — every debate, every policy — should be measured by that standard.
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” — Matthew 5:9
Consider making Jesus Christ your Lord and Savior today. Let us be a people who speak truth, pursue peace, and live out the mercy of Christ in a troubled world.
