Dr. Michael A. Smith is a historian, author, and college professor whose work lives at the crossroads of American religious history, Christian fundamentalism, and the evolving landscape of Christian nationalism. Whether he's unpacking the legacy of the Scopes Trial or challenging the misuse of scripture in modern culture wars, Dr. Smith brings clarity, courage, and compassion to every conversation. His book From Christian Fundamentalism to Christian Nationalism: A Primer Detailing the Danger to America has helped faith leaders and citizens alike understand the theological roots of political extremism.
We live in a day of lies—a time when repetition masquerades as credibility, and the sheer volume of falsehoods threatens to drown out the still, small voice of truth. This is no more evident than with the AI generated videos of Charlie Kirk living in and speaking from the afterlife. Christians should be shocked by what is best considered synthetic martyrdom, sadly many are being wooed by it.
