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COLORADO PASTOR BREAKS SILENCE: 'To Stay Quiet on Biblical Issues is to be COMPLICIT with Evil'

Gary FranchiMarch 16, 2026121 views
COLORADO PASTOR BREAKS SILENCE: 'To Stay Quiet on Biblical Issues is to be COMPLICIT with Evil'
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A bold Denver pastor is refusing to bow to the radical left's campaign to silence Christian voices, declaring that staying quiet on biblical issues makes believers "complicit with evil."

Pastor Jeff Schwarzentraub of Brave Church in Denver told BlazeTV's Allie Beth Stuckey that the cultural transformation of Colorado has forced him to confront a harsh reality: what Americans once considered political debates have become deeply biblical battlegrounds.

"People do not migrate to Denver for community. They migrate for hedonism," Schwarzentraub explained on "Relatable," describing Colorado's capital as "the happiest group of lost people on the entire planet."

"To stay silent on biblical issues is to be complicit with evil,"

The pastor's stark warning comes as Christians across America face mounting pressure to compromise their faith or face cancellation by the woke mob. While President Trump's second term has given believers renewed hope, pastors like Schwarzentraub are witnessing firsthand how decades of liberal policies have transformed once-conservative states into progressive strongholds.

Colorado's dramatic shift from red to blue serves as a cautionary tale for patriotic Americans. The state that once embodied Western values and individual liberty has become a testing ground for every radical experiment the left can imagine – from legalizing drugs to promoting gender ideology in schools.

Standing Against the Tide

Schwarzentraub's courage to speak truth in a hostile environment represents exactly the kind of backbone Christian leaders need in today's America. While too many pastors have retreated into their comfortable sanctuaries, avoiding "controversial" topics like protecting children from transgender indoctrination or defending the sanctity of life, this Denver pastor understands that silence equals surrender.

The pastor's message should resonate with every American who values faith, family, and freedom. As the Trump administration works to restore biblical values to our nation's capital, local leaders like Schwarzentraub are fighting the same battle in communities across America.

The question facing every believer is simple: Will you stand with pastors like Jeff Schwarzentraub, or will you remain silent while evil advances?

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Gary Franchi

Award-winning journalist covering breaking news, politics & culture for Next News Network.

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TruthSeeker47Verified1 days ago
Finally! A pastor with the courage to speak biblical truth in these dark times. We need more church leaders like this who aren't afraid to stand up for what's right.
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FaithfulMom3Verified1 days ago
Absolutely agree! Too many pastors are staying silent when they should be leading.
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FaithOverFearVerified1 days ago
This is what revival looks like - pastors returning to preaching the uncompromised word of God! May this message spread to churches nationwide.
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ColoradoChristianVerified1 days ago
I've been looking for a church that actually preaches the whole Bible. Does anyone know which church this pastor leads?
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MountainFaithVerified23 hours ago
I'd like to know too! We need to support pastors who aren't afraid to tell the truth.
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BiblicalWorldviewVerified19 hours ago
Our pastor recently gave a similar message about not compromising on God's word. It's encouraging to see more churches taking a stand instead of trying to please everyone.
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DefenderOfTruthVerified17 hours ago
We left our previous church because the pastor refused to address cultural issues from a biblical perspective. It's refreshing to see leaders who understand their calling to be watchmen.
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SteadfastServantVerified15 hours ago
AMEN! 🙏
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WisdomSeekerVerified11 hours ago
The pressure on pastors today to water down their message must be enormous. Praying for this pastor and others who choose faithfulness over popularity.
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IntercessorMaryVerified8 hours ago
Yes, they need our prayers and support more than ever.
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PatriotPrayerVerifiedjust now
This is exactly what Paul meant when he said to 'contend earnestly for the faith.' Silence equals complicity - period.