A local reflection on faith and self-defense has been shared Weekly. The author recalls a difficult meeting from a few years ago, where they felt the need to defend themselves. The author prayed for guidance on how to respond, but was instructed to "hold your peace."

This instruction was hard to follow, especially when faced with potential lies. Further details on this personal story and the lesson learned about "holy boldness" are available from the Dallas Weekly, in the article Preserved By Purpose: Holy Boldness.