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Blood of Charlie: A Spoken Word
Two years ago, at 30,000 feet in the air, I wrote a spoken word that has haunted me ever since. Whenever I travel, I download a few YouTube videos for the flight. Usually at least one Charlie Kirk debate makes the list. On this particular flight, I was listening to… Read More >
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Waiting for the Lord in the Age of Violence
The assassination of Charlie Kirk. The stabbing of a Ukrainian refugee on a subway platform. Wars that rage in Europe, the Middle East, Africa. Riots in the streets. Fear and doom scrolling endlessly across our screens. It feels like the world has been flipped upside down. The despair is palpable,… Read More >
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Kingdom Story: Spoken Word Video
“Kingdom Story” is Tobias’s testimony in spoken word—raw, unpolished, and on fire. From refugee roots to royal identity, he drops bars about creation, brokenness, Jesus, and redemption. This isn’t religion or performance. It’s protest, proclamation, and promise. Watch the video, read the lyrics, and step into the Kingdom. Read More >
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Discipleship Is Our Greatest Protest
The AsianRoughRider challenges readers to move beyond surface-level activism by embracing discipleship, which involves a process of following Jesus that leads to transformation, system change, and fear of God. He contrasts this with performance-based activism, arguing that true protest must embody these biblical principles, embracing a life of radical obedience… Read More >
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The Long Road to Rapid Movements
In the article, I reflect on how so-called “rapid” movements actually take years of faithfulness. I talk about the kind of leaders we really need—not polished pros, but ordinary disciples who just keep following Jesus through all the highs and lows. For me, it’s never been about speed. It’s about… Read More >
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When Instant Success Takes a Few Decades
I reflect on how movements can take years to develop, sharing some of my journey in Asia with my friend Steve Addison. We talked about perseverance, faith, and how the Great Commission isn’t always fast—but it’s always worth it. The heart of the message? It’s still all about Jesus and… Read More >
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Tobias Issara (The Asian Rough Rider)
After growing up as a refugee kid & surviving urban jungles, Tobias discovered his passion in life, Jesus Christ. Toby’s life goal is to know Jesus more & make him known. He’s served in many ninja-like roles as a missionary doing epic things in epic places that defy his own imagination.
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