With all of the insane things happening in our culture it’s easy to become disheartened and jaded and to forget that there have been lots of blessings as well. So in that spirit, it is worth taking look back at 2024 and reflecting on at least some of the things that have happened that we can be thankful for. ...... Website: https://www.heraldfromth…

When it comes to how men and women relate to one another, what we hear in the news and on social media is a far cry from what people experience in their everyday lives. The way they describe how men and women should feel and act, both individually and towards one another, often leads people away from the fundamental reality of how men and women con…

Whether you have or have not seen the movie "Am I Racist?" Yet, check out my review to hear my thoughts on if it is worth your time. ...... Website: https://www.heraldfromthenorth.com Twitter (X): / okmatthewmurphy Instagram: / okmatthewmurphy Facebook: / okmatthewmurphy #matthewmurphy #HeraldfromtheNorth #Christian #Christianity #News #politics…

“I find that answer to be vague and unconvincing” that a quote from the Star Wars movie “Rogue One” but it sums up exactly how I feel when I see people who consider themselves as Christians advocating for progressive social issues. ... Website: https://www.heraldfromthenorth.com Twitter (X): / okmatthewmurphy Instagram: / okmatthewmurphy Facebook: …

It’s amazing how much the world can change when you are offline for a few weeks. Between the assassination attempt on Trump and Biden stepping down, to the insane and heretical opening ceremony at the Olympics there is a lot to catch up on and talk about. But before I dive into all of the insane things we have seen happening on the internet, I figu…

Before the 4th of July gets too far behind us, it’s a good opportunity to remind ourselves why we celebrate July 4th and so many other holidays, and how we can keep the holidays that are meaningful to us special for years to come. ... Website: https://www.heraldfromthenorth.com Twitter (X): / okmatthewmurphy Instagram: / okmatthewmurphy Facebook: /…

The phrase “I try not to get political.” Is the get out of jail free card people use when a conversation strays into the realm of something that is considered controversial. ... Website: https://www.heraldfromthenorth.com Twitter (X): / okmatthewmurphy Instagram: / okmatthewmurphy Facebook: / okmatthewmurphy ... AP Article: https://apnews.com/artic…

According to the National Fire Protection Association, there are far fewer house fires today than there were forty years ago. But despite this great achievement, other factors have caused the house fires that do happen to become arguably more dangerous than they used to be. Which begs the question, what are firefighters doing to adapt to these thre…

I have noticed that most dentist offices fill their walls with fun-looking and (supposedly) helpful messages to distract from the procedure you are about to endure. I have also realized that if you take the time to study these slogans on the wall, you’ll notice that even though you are reading words, they aren’t really saying much of anything. ... …

The author of the “Art of War” says that to know your enemy, you must become your enemy. While this idea has been around for quite some time, when those on the right side of the political aisle try to out think the left, they find themselves in a web of ideas that seem contradictory and irrational that leaves them floundering. But the conflicting l…

In the movie Indiana Jones and the Last crusade, one of the most compelling scenes is when Indy is rushing to retrieve the Holy Grail in order to save his dying father. But to reach it, he has to faces a series of challenges, the final of which requires him to cross a chasm which is too wide to swing or jump. The only advice he gets from his father…

Much of our culture’s media revolves around the lives of the famous members of our society. Which begs the question, does it matter who the tabloids follow and what their opinions are? The answer is yes, and also no. I’m Matthew Murphy, and this is Herald from the North. ... Website: https://www.heraldfromthenorth.com Twitter (X): https://twitter.c…

Unless you are a sailor or a backpacker you probably haven’t spent much time thinking about compasses. The compass has long served as the best tool for navigation, and today it’s the perfect tool to help understand how our culture lost its way, and maybe even to guide it back. I’m Matthew Murphy, and welcome to Herald from the North!…

The Compass Seeks North; We seek the truth. Join me every other Friday to sail the perilous waters of cultural discussion and seek the truth wherever it lies. I’m Matthew Murphy, and this is Herald from the North. Use the links below to follow me on social media and wherever you get your podcasts, so you never miss an episode. Farewell. ... Website…