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The Christian Optimist
Pastor Raef Chenery tackles the real world issues and questions you face every day head on from an eschatologically optimistic perspective. Rooted in the Word of God, we’ll look at worldview, apologetics, politics, news, theology, evangelism encounters, and so much more. The aim is to allow God’s Word to inform and guide you through each and every moment.
The Christian Optimist
Pride Month - New Marketing on an Ancient Lie
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Raef Chenery
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Episode 131
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In this episode, Pastor Raef navigates the theological claims of Pride Month. Specifically, he digs into the work of Judith Butler, an important figure in the history of the LGBTQ movement, and compares her claims with other more "ancient" claims.
https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/npr/2026/05/30/nx-s1-5805854/pride-celebrations-struggle-as-corporate-sponsorships-dry-up/
https://blockclubchicago.org/2026/03/03/chicago-pride-parade-returns-june-28-with-free-to-be-proud-theme/