The Rift

Elijah Schaffer, Slightly Offensive, Rift TV, RiftTV, The Rift, Joel Webbon

Aug 26, 2025
Pastor Joel Webbon, a leading voice in biblical historic Christianity, and Brayden Sorbo, a prominent Rift TV contributor, dive deep into pressing societal issues. They reflect on America's moral decline and the growing need for faith. The duo tackles the tension between traditional teachings and modern liberalism in Christianity, while also critiquing societal dynamics regarding crime and accountability. They engage in a spirited discussion about gender roles, the impact of vigilantism, and the intersection of morality with contemporary issues, providing listeners with thought-provoking insights.
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ANECDOTE

Personal Carjacking And Trauma

  • Elijah Schaffer recounts being carjacked, robbed, and having a gun pointed at his head, which left him with PTSD and medical injuries.
  • He describes repeated crimes against his family and the emotional decision to “get mean” and push for tougher crime enforcement.
INSIGHT

Weak Enforcement Breeds Vigilantism

  • A failure to punish crime swiftly produces public anger and a push for harsher responses or vigilantism.
  • Joel Webbon warns that weak civil magistrates drive people to take justice into their own hands.
ADVICE

Maintain A Respectable Image

  • Wear and project standards that attract respect and show self-discipline, according to the hosts' discussion of image.
  • Elijah recommends Christians avoid sloppiness and present themselves as responsible and hardworking.
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