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Christmas, Scripture, and Tradition
Why clarity matters for faith, witness, and truth Written By Kino Smith Why this was written This study was written out of a concern rooted in the Ruach HaKodesh, the Spirit of God, and not out of fear, legalism, or contempt for people’s sincerity. One of the most common arguments Christians make when questions arise about Christmas traditions is a slippery one. It usually sounds like this: I don’t worship pagan gods, so these practices don’t matter. My intentions are pure, s
Dec 21, 20258 min read
WHAT THANKSGIVING IS TO US
The Real Story Buried Under America’s Tall Tales And the Lives We Honor by Telling the Truth By Kino Smith Before you begin: This is not mythology. These are not fables, half truths, or “alternative histories.” Every major claim in this article is supported by irrefutable evidence from leading universities, anthropologists, geneticists, historians, and federally archived documentation. After reading, explore the footnotes. The truth is richer than the myth Americans were taug
Nov 27, 20255 min read
Sanctified Chains: The Church and the Economy of Coerced Labor
By Kino Smith The stones of empire’s churches were never free. Beneath sanctuaries and schools across the globe lies a hidden...
Aug 17, 20256 min read
The Profit of Our Poverty: How OBBB Revives an Old American Game
A Special Report by Kino Smith Part I in a multi-part series on public poverty, private profit, and the economic extraction of Black...
Jul 11, 20256 min read
THE GLOBAL MONEY MACHINE: AMERICA'S FINANCIAL SYSTEM AND THE HIDDEN COST OF EMPIRE
By Kino Smith | Economic Theology THE FINAL STAGE OF EMPIRE This is not just a study on the Federal Reserve or fiat currency. This is a...
Jun 22, 20257 min read
The Third Hour: Crucifixion and The Restoration of Eternal Intimacy
Written by Kino Smith The Crisis of Connection The Paradox of Modern Connectivity We live in the most connected age in human history. A...
Apr 20, 20258 min read
Silent Voices: The Drowned Blueprint of Oscarville (1880–1900)
Written by Kino Smith I. A Land Claimed, A People Undone The red clay of North Georgia still remembers. Long before the waters of Lake...
Apr 6, 20254 min read
When Tough Talk Isn’t Enough: The Global Rebellion Against American Arrogance
Written by Kino Smith The world isn’t afraid of America anymore. Not the tariffs. Not the sanctions. Not the flag-waving speeches about...
Mar 30, 20254 min read
The Empire’s Revolving Door: America’s Covert Colonization Playbook
by Kino Smith Donald Trump’s recent attacks on Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky — once hailed as a “hero” against Russia, now dismissed as a...
Mar 2, 20254 min read
Robin Hood in Reverse: How Trump’s Tariffs Steal from the Poor to Subsidize the Rich
by Kino Smith A Tax Disguised as Protectionism Donald Trump campaigned on promises to lower inflation and ease financial burdens for...
Feb 13, 20254 min read
Silent Voices: The Redemption Generation and the Rise of Jim Crow (1880–1900)
Written by Kino Smith I. The Great Emancipator’s True Intent: Lincoln’s Vision of White Supremacy "I am not, nor ever have been, in favor...
Feb 9, 20255 min read
James Lindsay: Building a Legacy of Culture and Snacks
Blending culture and history, James Lindsay unveils Crum chips, paying tribute to the Black innovator behind the potato chip.
Jan 26, 20253 min read
Cementing the Commodification of Black Bodies: How Reconstruction Shaped Economic Exclusion (1865–1880)
Part 3 of the Silent Voices Reconstruction Era Series Written by Kino Smith I. A Broken Promise: The Illusion of Freedom The road to...
Jan 18, 20256 min read
Celebrating Black Excellence in Business & Innovation
Tell your story and make an impact Black History Month is a time to recognize and celebrate the pioneers shaping our communities and...
Jan 17, 20252 min read
Silent Voices: The Chains of Science and Pseudoscience (1865–1880)
Part 2 of the Reconstruction Era Series Written by Kino Smith I. The Odyssey of Wandering and Psychological Chains The road to freedom...
Jan 16, 20255 min read
Silent Voices: Freedom’s Hopefulness, Yet Branded and Betrayed (1865–1880)
Series Overview: Silent Voices Silent Voices is an investigative series on balancesheethq.com that uncovers the buried stories of Black...
Jan 12, 20255 min read
Building the Future: Creative Strategies for Black Economic Empowerment
As we step into 2025, it’s crucial to understand how key markets affect Black workers and entrepreneurs. Consider this: while Black...
Jan 2, 20254 min read
Opportunity for Whom? How Wealthy Investors Profit While Black Communities Pay the Price
Imagine a Black-owned coffee shop nestled in a long-neglected neighborhood, striving to bring vibrancy and opportunity to its community....
Jan 2, 20253 min read
The Wealth Gap's Evolution: Lessons from the Past for 2025
In 1885, only 5% of Black Americans owned land, compared to 40% of white Americans. This glaring disparity set the foundation for a...
Jan 2, 20253 min read
What BRICS Means for Black Businesses in 2025
A New Economic Reality by Kino Smith The BRICS nations—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—now command a formidable presence...
Dec 24, 20243 min read
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