Albert Mohler | The Briefing Monday, March 30, 2026
Mar 30, 2026
Discussion of a Finnish conviction over statements about homosexuality and its implications for free speech and religious liberty. Examination of American parallels and political pressures on conscience. Review of local religious-freedom disputes in Louisville. Coverage of nationwide No Kings demonstrations and their civic impact. Warning about deepfake pornography and emerging AI risks.
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European Laws Versus Biblical Speech
- European hate-speech laws can criminalize biblical statements on sexuality even when they don't incite violence.
- R. Albert Mohler highlights Dr. Päivi Räsänen's conviction in Finland for calling homosexuality a developmental disorder despite earlier acquittals.
Protected Categories Create Legal Collision
- Finland's law lists religion and sexual orientation as equally protected categories, creating direct conflict between religious speech and LGBT protections.
- Mohler argues that when legal standards are vague, stated protections for religion and speech are effectively meaningless.
Profile And Protest Of Dr Räsänen
- Mohler recounts Dr. Räsänen's background as a doctor, longtime MP, former minister, mother and grandmother to show her profile.
- He cites her statement refusing to accept imprisonment for voicing her religious beliefs and her plan to appeal.