Joseph Castillo

This sermon explores the systematic effort to deconstruct Christian values within Western society, tracing a "long march through the institutions" that began with Marxist and secular humanist thinkers. From the removal of prayer in schools to the modern reframing of faith as a tool of oppression, the message outlines how cultural movements and legal battles—like the Scopes Trial and the weaponization of "separation of church and state"—have aimed to marginalize the Church and normalize a secular worldview. It identifies these shifts not just as political changes, but as a spiritual conflict designed to make believers feel embarrassed or hesitant to celebrate their faith openly.A significant portion of the message specifically addresses the "Easter is Pagan" myth, debunking claims that the holiday originated from the goddess Ishtar or Eostre. By examining linguistic evidence and historical records, the sermon reaffirms that Easter is rooted in the Hebrew Passover and the historica