Grant Braaten

Staff writers for The Lion cover a wide range of issues facing American families and culture, especially related to the education of children and youth.

Culture
Faith comes first for up-and-coming NASCAR driver Anthony Alfredo

NASCAR driver Anthony Alfredo refuses to allow anything to define and guide him other than his walk with Christ. At just 25, Alfredo has two top-10… Read More

March 7, 2025
Culture
Head Coach Vic Schaefer has the Lady Longhorns ranked No. 1, sees coaching as a calling from God

Vic Schaefer has the Texas Longhorns women’s team playing the best basketball in the nation, but that’s secondary to his main task of impacting young people for Christ. The Longhorns… Read More

March 4, 2025
Culture
Super Bowl champion QB and coach shine on the NFL’s biggest stage, giving all glory to God

The Philadelphia Eagles made a statement in Sunday night’s Super Bowl victory over the Kansas City Chiefs, during and after the game. The Eagles, looking to avenge their Super Bowl… Read More

February 11, 2025
Culture
The Super Bowl stage is a showcase for faith, and a majority of Americans see it as a win

In media interviews in the run-up to Super Bowl LIX, players from both sides are gushing about the importance of their Christian faith. This year’s biggest stage features a clash… Read More

February 7, 2025
Culture
Kansas City Chiefs’ culture of faith deserves more attention in national debate about team’s ā€˜luck’

The Kansas City Chiefs’ strong culture of faith, often overlooked on the national stage, is shaping the organization’s success from the top down. The Chiefs’ dizzying string of improbable victories,… Read More

December 13, 2024