Let’s be honest at first glance, it looked like a protest for truth. A spiritual stand. Maybe even revival. But after watching the speeches, the flag burning, the language used, and the alignment of church leaders like Pete Mortlock with Brian Tamaki it’s clear now:
This march wasn’t really about defending Christianity. It was about reclaiming control.
Context matters:
Brian Tamaki declared New Zealand a “Christian nation” and claimed it was time to “take our land back.”
But instead of humility, we saw pride. Instead of repentance, we saw rage. Instead of worship, we saw warfare not spiritual warfare, but political theatre dressed in Bible verses.
They burned flags from other nations — not just symbols of movements, but flags representing people God created.
They claimed we’ve lost God’s favor, but offered no repentance — only dominance.
And Mortlock stood beside it all. Not silently; but in agreement.
But here’s how I see it: God never removes His hand from a nation unless He has to. And I don’t believe He’s removed it from New Zealand. Our national anthem still sings “God defend New Zealand.”
Our flag still carries the Southern Cross, a reminder of the heavens. What’s missing?
Not God’s presence , but the Church’s hunger.
The Holy Spirit hasn’t stopped moving, we’ve just stopped making room.
This wasn’t a march for truth. It was a march for control disguised as righteousness.
But God’s power doesn’t come through angry crowds or burnt symbols it comes through humble hearts and Spirit-led lives.
Don’t mistake noise for revival. Don’t confuse boldness with pride. And don’t assume Jesus is in the crowd just because His name was on the poster.
I still believe in the Church. I still believe God defends NZ.
But I also believe we need to get back to what Jesus actually taught.
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