Pagan Threat: Confronting America's Godless Uprising with a Foreword by Charlie Kirk

by Lucas Miles, Charlie Kirk (Foreword by)

Overview

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

FOREWORD BY CHARLIE KIRK

“A fearless warrior for Christ. Lucas is a man built to stand for the truth in a time of great apostasy. Don’t just read PAGAN THREAT—internalize what it has to say. Then, share its message with your Christian friends, before they are seduced by Paganism themselves. We have a faith and a country to save.”

—CHARLIE KIRK, FOUNDER TURNING POINT USA

“If ever there was a prophetic book for this hour. 'Godless uprising.' 'Pagan threat.' The young man...who murdered Charlie is right at the center of the kind of thing [Lucas Miles is] talking about here.”

—ERIC METAXAS

THERE IS A RISING PAGAN THREAT TO THE CHURCH AND AMERICAN WAY OF LIFE.

"The world does not need a Christianity of convenience or cultural compliance; it needs a Christianity that is fervent, passionate, and unapologetically true. For only when we believe, with all our hearts, that Christ is the way, the truth, and the life—only when we are convinced that the Gospel is not just a set of doctrines but the living, breathing power of God—will we have the courage to stand against the forces of Paganism.”—PASTOR LUCAS MILES, SENIOR DIRECTOR TURNING POINT USA FAITH

Pastor Lucas Miles, bestselling author of Woke Jesus: The False Messiah Destroying Christianity, delves into the alarming resurgence of pagan ideologies within the United States, posing significant threats to the church, the nation, and the world.

Unveiling the complex interplay between ancient beliefs and modern society, PAGAN THREAT: CONFRONTING AMERICA'S GODLESS UPRISING meticulously exposes the inherent dangers that challenge the core fabric of our faith and civic unity. From exposing an evolving techno paganism to blatant idol worship, Pastor Miles navigates the intricate terrain of safeguarding the nation and the pulpit against the rising tide of paganism.

PAGAN THREAT serves as an insightful guide, a warning and a call—to—action, urging readers to understand, confront, and ultimately fortify the foundations of their faith and the principles that define our great nation, and is a necessary work to prepare God’s people for what comes next in a society experiencing moral and spiritual decline.

PAGAN THREAT aims to shed light on how the ancient and the modern have converged in ways that threaten both the church and the broader fabric of our society. The connection between Woke ideology and Paganism is not merely a coincidence but a natural progression. Behind the emphasis on identity politics, intersectionality, and radical inclusivity within Wokeism lies centuries—old ancient Pagan ideologies. 

Pastor Lucas Miles does more than diagnose the threats we face; he aims to equip and inspire us to rise to the challenge and invites readers to embark on an adventure of spiritual awakening; To seek the guidance of the Holy Spirit, embrace the transformative power of revival, and stand resolute against the encroaching darkness. The future of the church and our great nation depends on our collective faithfulness to the truth and our unwavering commitment to the Kingdom of God.

THE FINAL BATTLE PLAN TO RESIST PAGANISM

• Deepen Discipleship Rooted in Primary Christian Doctrine.
• Develop a Roadmap for Christian Engagement in Politics and the Public Square.
• Leverage Technology for the Advancement of the Gospel.
• Redouble Efforts to Reach Today’s Youth.
• Implement a Practical Strategy for Evangelism.
• Directly Combat False Doctrines and Pagan Ideologies.
• Renew Interest in Spiritual Gifts.

PAGAN THREAT shows we must focus on these essential steps needed to combat the rise of Paganism so we can fortify believers’ faith, strategically spread the Gospel, and reclaim the public square for God’s glory.

“To win the battle against Paganism, we must do more than merely resist the rise of its idols; we must believe in Christianity in a way that shapes our lives, our actions, and our very hearts. It is not enough to claim the name of Christ or to oppose the darkness with moral outrage; we embrace the light, letting it pierce the deepest corners of our souls.”—Pastor Lucas Miles

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781630062927
Publisher:	Humanix Books
Publication date:	09/16/2025
Pages:	256
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.00(h) x 1.00(d)

About the Author

PASTOR LUCAS MILES (PHOENIX, ARIZONA & GRANGER, INDIANA) is Senior Director of Turning Point USA Faith, and a trusted voice in the American church who has consistently addressed some of the most challenging topics in theology, politics, and culture. He hosts Church & State with Lucas Miles, which was named the 2023 “Program of the Year” by the National Religious Broadcasters organization. 

Lucas has been syndicated in articles across both political and religious news outlets, such as NEWSMAX, TheBlaze, FlashPoint, Fox News, The Washington Times, CBN, and The Christian Post.

In addition to his latest book, Pagan Threat: Confronting America's Godless Uprising with a Foreword by Charlie Kirk, Founder Turning Point USA, Lucas is the author of the bestselling books, Woke Jesus: The False Messiah Destroying Christianity, The Christian Left: How Liberal Thought Has Hijacked the Church, and the critically acclaimed, Good God: The One We Want to Believe in But Are Afraid to Embrace. 

An ordained minister since 2004, Miles is the lead pastor of Nfluence Church in Granger, Indiana, the President of The Nfluence Network.

The author lives & works in the Phoenix, Arizona and South Bend, Indiana metro areas.

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CHARLIE KIRK was the Founder and President of Turning Point USA, a national student movement dedicated to identifying, organizing, and empowering young people to promote the principles of free markets and limited government. With a presence on over 2,000 high school and college campuses nationwide, 250,000 student members, and over 150 full—time staff, Turning Point USA is the largest and fastest growing conservative youth activist organization in the country. He was named to the Forbes “30 under 30” list and was also the youngest speaker at the 2016 Republican National Convention and was the opening speaker at the 2020 RNC. He was the author of six books including the #1 Amazon and New York Times bestseller, The MAGA Doctrine: The Only Ideas that Will Win the Future, Right Wing Revolution: How to Beat the Woke and Save the West, The College Scam: How America's Universityies Are Bankrupting and Brainwashing Away the Future of America's Youth, Time for a Turning Point: Setting a Course Toward Free Markets and Limited Government for Future Generations, Campus Battlefield: How Conservatives Can WIN the Battle on Campus and Why It Matters, and posthumously, Stop, in the Name of God: Why Honoring the Sabbath Will Transform Your Life.

Charlie was also the chairman of Students for Trump, which aims to activate one million new college voters through its more than 350 chapters present on campuses in battleground states in the lead up to the 2020 presidential election. In 2019, Charlie was granted an honorary doctorate from Liberty Universityciting his exceptional leadership and energetic voice for conservatives. Later that year, Charlie co—founded The Falkirk Center for Faith and Liberty, a Christian think tank working to expand religious liberty and advance conservative principles in the public sphere. Charlie's social media reaches over 100 million people per month and according to Axios he is one of the “top 10 most engaged” Twitter handles in the world behind only President Trump among conservatives. Charlie was the host of “The Charlie Kirk Show” which was a top—10 ranked podcast on Apple News charts, and hosted the nationally syndicated radio show which goes by the same name.

Charlie Kirk was assasinated on September 10, 2025, while on stage at Utah Valley Universityin Orem, Utah, for a Turning Point USA event, "The American Comeback Tour." He was 31 years old and left behind a wife and two children.

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Read an Excerpt

FOREWORD by Charlie Kirk to Pagan Threat: Confronting America’s Godless Uprising by Lucas Miles

“There is nothing new under the sun,” Solomon wrote in the Book of Ecclesiastes. What is experienced today has been experienced before. What happened in the past will happen again.

That’s good to know. Because in today’s America, the Christian faithful are faced with a terrifying and broad array of dangers and threats. It is good to know that there’s nothing unique about these evils. Every one of them has a precedent. We are menaced not by new false gods, but by the return of demons from long ago.

To those raised in a Christian world, it’s easy to take its moral innovations for granted. Even atheists benefit from living in the world that Christians made. And the surest sign that we are living in an evil modern age is that the forces of modernity are fanatically fighting to restore the moral order that existed prior to Christianity: In other words, the moral order of the Pagans.

In the Pagan world, the individual human life was of no importance. Therefore abortion, infanticide, human sacrifice, and more were just a part of life. Under Paganism, there was no notion that humans had equal innate worth, so one tribe enslaved another, or rulers enslaved their subjects, all with impunity.

I’ve been friends with Lucas for some time now. I’ve come to know him as a speaker, pastor, and partner at Turning Point USA Faith. But above all, I know him as a fearless warrior for Christ. Lucas is a man built to stand for the truth in a time of great apostasy. And the era we live in is a time of apostasy that would make the Old Testament prophets shudder.

The revival of those Old Testament times is exactly what this book, Pagan Threat: Confronting America’s Godless Uprising, confronts. Casual Christians like to imagine we have already won a permanent victory over the worshippers of Moloch, Baal, and Jupiter, but those gods are now back with a vengeance bearing new names like “progressivism,” “tolerance,” and “social justice.” This new Paganism says a lot about “freedom,” but just like the old Pagans, its ultimate agenda is domination and moral anarchy. Christians seduced by its superficial words will find themselves betrayed – or making an alliance with the devil.

Thankfully, people like Lucas have realized the danger and are fighting back. They are fighting back with a true vision of Christianity – one that isn’t always polite and isn’t always “nice,” but is always on fire for the Lord and His truth.

This book will not always be comfortable to read. It’s not pleasant to realize that our faith and our way of life are in danger. Denial is always more pleasant in the moment. But if you are willing to open its pages with a heart tuned to the Holy Spirit, it will also equip you and embolden you to see clearly, speak truthfully, and stand firmly in the face of darkness.

Don’t just read this book – internalize what it has to say. Then, share its message with your Christian friends, before they are seduced by Paganism themselves. We have a faith and a country to save.

CHARLIE KIRK

Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS to PAGAN THREAT: CONFRONTING AMERICA'S GODLESS UPRISING by Lucas Miles

FOREWORD by Charlie Kirk

INTRODUCTION

1. A NEW PAGAN GENERATION

2. LILITH AND LUCIFER

3. COSMIC UTOPIA: EARTH GODDESSES AND ALIEN WORSHIP

4. TRANSGENDERISM AND THE OCCULT

5. A GLOBAL THEOSOPHY

6. PAGAN CHRISTIANITY

7. THE CHURCH ON TRIAL

8. A NEW APOLOGETIC 

9. THE CHURCH OF TOMORROW

NOTES 

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

INDEX

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Preface

FOREWORD by Charlie Kirk to Pagan Threat: Confronting America’s Godless Uprising by Lucas Miles

“There is nothing new under the sun,” Solomon wrote in the Book of Ecclesiastes. What is experienced today has been experienced before. What happened in the past will happen again.

That’s good to know. Because in today’s America, the Christian faithful are faced with a terrifying and broad array of dangers and threats. It is good to know that there’s nothing unique about these evils. Every one of them has a precedent. We are menaced not by new false gods, but by the return of demons from long ago.

To those raised in a Christian world, it’s easy to take its moral innovations for granted. Even atheists benefit from living in the world that Christians made. And the surest sign that we are living in an evil modern age is that the forces of modernity are fanatically fighting to restore the moral order that existed prior to Christianity: In other words, the moral order of the Pagans.

In the Pagan world, the individual human life was of no importance. Therefore abortion, infanticide, human sacrifice, and more were just a part of life. Under Paganism, there was no notion that humans had equal innate worth, so one tribe enslaved another, or rulers enslaved their subjects, all with impunity.

I’ve been friends with Lucas for some time now. I’ve come to know him as a speaker, pastor, and partner at Turning Point USA Faith. But above all, I know him as a fearless warrior for Christ. Lucas is a man built to stand for the truth in a time of great apostasy. And the era we live in is a time of apostasy that would make the Old Testament prophets shudder.

The revival of those Old Testament times is exactly what this book, Pagan Threat: Confronting America’s Godless Uprising, confronts. Casual Christians like to imagine we have already won a permanent victory over the worshippers of Moloch, Baal, and Jupiter, but those gods are now back with a vengeance bearing new names like “progressivism,” “tolerance,” and “social justice.” This new Paganism says a lot about “freedom,” but just like the old Pagans, its ultimate agenda is domination and moral anarchy. Christians seduced by its superficial words will find themselves betrayed – or making an alliance with the devil.

Thankfully, people like Lucas have realized the danger and are fighting back. They are fighting back with a true vision of Christianity – one that isn’t always polite and isn’t always “nice,” but is always on fire for the Lord and His truth.

This book will not always be comfortable to read. It’s not pleasant to realize that our faith and our way of life are in danger. Denial is always more pleasant in the moment. But if you are willing to open its pages with a heart tuned to the Holy Spirit, it will also equip you and embolden you to see clearly, speak truthfully, and stand firmly in the face of darkness.

Don’t just read this book – internalize what it has to say. Then, share its message with your Christian friends, before they are seduced by Paganism themselves. We have a faith and a country to save.

CHARLIE KIRK

Editorial Reviews

Praise for WOKE JESUS: The False Messiah Destroying Christianity by Lucas Miles

"In this bold, analytical, and readable book, Miles names names and dismantles the fallacy of progressive Christianity." 

— Eric Metaxas, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author and Host of the Nationally Syndicated Eric Metaxas Radio Show

"Everyone knows that wokeism is a disease, but most have not understood it properly enough to offer a cure. WOKE JESUS provides us with the historical facts and biblical insight necessary to dismantle the lies of wokeism, as well as offer a solution to eradicate it, rooted in a true understanding of truth, justice, and freedom in Christ. This is a must read for every Bible—believing American." 

— Kevin Sorbo, Actor, Director, Producer, and Author   

"In his newest book, WOKE JESUS, Miles provides all of us with a roadmap to understanding the theology behind wokeism and the tools needed to reject it where it stands. If you've been looking for a book to help you understand the times and what to do about it, do yourself a favor, and pick up a copy!" 

— Abby Johnson, Former Planned Parenthood Clinic Director; Founder, And Then There Were None and ProLove Ministries

“This book should be on the desk of every Christian leader, because we can’t keep ignoring the threat, and this information is a roadmap for the way out.” 

— Phil Cooke, Ph.D., Author of The Way Back: How Christians Blew Our Credibility and How We Get It Back

“Miles understands dangerous woke trend and has been bravely leading the fight against progressive ideology within the church. I believe in his work and pray that believers everywhere give ear to his message.” 

— Dr. Jim Garlow, CEO of Well Versed

“WOKE JESUS is a must read for the modern day Christian.” 

— Lyndsay Keith, Newsmax Anchor, Co—Host Spicer&Co.

“WOKE JESUS is an essential read!” 

— Kevin McGary, Founder, Every Black Life Matters (EBLM)

“Resource every Christian needs, not only in their library, but also in their heart.” 

— David and Jason Benham, Best Selling Authors and nationally acclaimed entrepreneurs

“A masterful job weaving church history with biblical theology in a clear and practical way that will open your eyes to encounter and embrace Jesus Christ that is consistent with Scripture.”

— Jason Jimenez, Founder and President of STAND STRONG Ministries, Author, Challenging Conversations: A Practical Guide to Discuss Controversial Topics in the Church

“Every conservative, Christian, Catholic and Jewish thought leader in this nation needs this book!” 

— Dave Dias, Chairman, Foundations of Freedom

“Wow! This one is an eye—opener. Extremely well—researched and powerful!” 

— Edgar Struble, Producer, The Heart Mender; Music Director, The Academy of Country Music Awards

“However well intended, Wokeism actually creates the very injustices it’s supposed to end, hurting the most vulnerable people while dividing church and country.  Lucas Miles exposes this and provides a liberating, Christ—centered way forward.”     

— Dr. Frank Turek, coauthor I Don’t Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist, President CrossExamined.org

“Scripture presents Jesus as the Son of God who is truth incarnate. In the last few decades, though, Jesus has undergone a ‘makeover’ at the hands of racialist theorists, Marxist political thinkers, and modern—day Gnostics. Christian filmmaker and pastor Lucas Miles calls their bluff.” 

— Jeff Myers, Ph.D., President, Summit Ministries

“Bad ideas die unless empowered by Dark Money. Lucas Miles brilliantly explains both. Read this book, a golden key, an arsenal of truth and light. Then, enter the war for the Church and nations. For God’s glory.” 

— Kelly Monroe Kullberg, Author, Finding God at Harvard, Founder, the Veritas Forum

"It's vital that Christians and especially, those affected by the powerless woke church, read this book!"  

— Anna Khait, Evangelist, Conservative, and former contestant on CBS’ Survivor

“From CRT and wokism to the destructive injustice of the “moral” left, Lucas’ latest work is an intellectual smack down of the cancerous philosophies and heresies that have infiltrated every sector of American culture” 

— Rick Green, America’s Constitution Coach & Founder of Patriot Academy

“If you’re looking for straightforward answers about how we arrived at this perfect storm, and how we can reverse course, I highly recommend this book.”  

— John L. Cooper, singer of Skillet, author of Awake And Alive To Truth, host of The Cooper Stuff Podcast

Praise forTHE CHRISTIAN LEFT: How Liberal Thought Has Hijacked the Church by Lucas Miles

“While many have bravely addressed the disaster Marxism creates within the state, few have applied that same level of courage in calling out socialist dispositions dwelling in the pulpit. As a former pastor and conservative politician, I can attest that our nation's churches need a voice like Pastor Lucas Miles' to help cut through the sophistry of our clergy who have exchanged the gospel for an ideology that runs contrary to Christ. THE CHRISTIAN LEFT deftly captures the unique and subversive threat that Marxist thought poses to Christianity, as well as to our great republic. Every Christian in America needs to read this book.”

— Mike Huckabee, Host, Huckabee on TBN; former Governor of Arkansas

“In his new book, Lucas pulls back the curtain on the Left's nefarious attempt to commandeer the church and to rewrite the very foundation of Christian faith. As a pastor, author, and Christian media personality, Lucas is taking a great risk in blowing the whistle on their attempts – I commend him for undertaking this task and standing strong as a defender of the faith.” 

— Mike Lindell, CEO, My Pillow, Inc.

“Lucas Miles is the humblest pastor I've ever met. His authenticity and genuine love for others is what elevates his ministry and this book beyond just being commentary on the condition of our culture. THE CHRISTIAN LEFT is a love letter to a wounded nation and to future generations whose knowledge of our history has been twisted! In these days of confusion and deep divide, Pastor Miles reminds us that only the truth of the gospel will bring us the clarity we so desperately need.”

— Stephen Baldwin, Actor; Author; Evangelist

“Christianity is in stark opposition to socialism, which is why the Left will never be satisfied until they have reduced the cross to kindling and the church to ashes. More than ever, believers need to be informed and fully persuaded. We need more books like THE CHRISTIAN LEFT to help us be just that.”

— Kevin Sorbo, Actor; Director; Producer; Author

“Lucas Miles pulls no punches in THE CHRISTIAN LEFT. No matter what side of the aisle you hail from, he delivers coherent, well—documented gut punches that help distill what it truly means to be a follower of Christ today.”

— Jennifer Taylor, Actress, God's Not Dead: A Light in Darkness

“It is no secret that socialism has gained a significant foothold within the Democratic Party, but less noticeable, and perhaps even more concerning, is the silent rise of a social gospel among left—leaning pastors and Christian leaders. In THE CHRISTIAN LEFT, Miles unleashes a brave bright light of biblical truth upon the latent Marxist ideology present within the four walls of the church.”

— Kevin McCullough, Syndicated Radio Talk Host; Columnist; Author

“The church is under siege at a doctrinal level. Leftists have invaded our sanctuaries and cathedrals, attempting to reframe the gospel to appease their distorted view of life and reality. The result is that many in the body of Christ are confused and ignorant of the truth. In THE CHRISTIAN LEFT, Lucas boldly addresses the problem head—on, calling out those in error and providing balance and love to help get us back on track. We need this book!”

— Abby Johnson, Former Planned Parenthood Clinic Director; Founder, And Then There Were None and ProLove Ministries

“Lucas Miles masterfully explores the slow drip of theological malfeasance that can steadily seep into the hearts and souls of believers, many times without their knowledge. His exploration of this slow and steady erosion of truth one that is brought about through a malignant eclipse of biblical orthodoxy by a tragically deficient ideology of the self is an essential read for any believer attempting to understand what in the world is happening in our world.”

— Billy Hallowell, Author; Journalist

“As a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Air Force (retired), I've seen firsthand how Leftist policies have endangered our soldiers and jeopardized our national security. But as Miles expertly points out, the fallout from the Left also extends into our houses of worship and ultimately into the moral fabric of the family. Filled with rich historical references, piercing truth, and faith—filled hope, THE CHRISTIAN LEFT is capable of illuminating the way out of the dark void of modern progressive culture.”

— Lieutenant Colonel Robert Buzz Patterson, United States Air Force (Retired); White House Aide & Former Carrier of the Nuclear Football; Author, New York Times bestseller Dereliction of Duty: The Eyewitness Account of How Bill Clinton Compromised America's National Security

“The twilight of Christianity has taken most Christians by surprise, but the truth is, it's been coming for a long time. The West has been living off the fumes of a vibrant Christian civilization for the last hundred years, and the tragedy is, the demise of the church has been an inside job. In his remarkable new book, THE CHRISTIAN LEFT: How Liberal Thought Has Hijacked the Church, Lucas Miles does a masterful job of diagnosing the problem and mapping out exactly how it happened. If you're frustrated at the lack of influence of today's church and unsure what to do about it, then this book is for you. The clock is ticking, and it's time to act.”

— Phil Cooke, PhD, Filmmaker; Media Consultant; Author, Maximize Your Influence: How to Make Digital Media Work for Your Church, Your Ministry, and You

“We have all seen how quickly socialist philosophies have worked their way into our American culture. But what many Christians fail to see is how quietly these mindsets have taken root in the church. Pastor Lucas systematically exposes the prevailing church doctrines that have contributed to a near pandemic of Christians embracing socialist thought and guides us to biblical solutions that will restore the church and save our country.”

— David and Jason Benham, Best—selling Authors; Entrepreneurs

“Pastor Lucas' well—researched book, THE CHRISTIAN LEFT , points a firm but loving finger of biblical truth at the fallacies of the Left and the failings of the Right as they both attempt to define Christianity. Bound to push everyone's buttons, Lucas offers sound Scripture—based solutions to the challenges pointed out in this amazing book!”

— Edgar Struble, Producer, God Bless the Broken Road; Music Director, The Academy of Country Music Awards

“As the Left continues to fabricate seemingly endless division and chaos, patriots and believers are no longer able to enjoy the luxury of staying silent or sitting on the sidelines. We must rise up in love and arm ourselves with the truth. In THE CHRISTIAN LEFT , Lucas Miles tackles faulty mindsets head—on and supplies an ocean of wisdom. We need more voices like Pastor Lucas Miles, willing to stand up for what they believe in.”

— Brandon Tatum, Former Arizona Police Officer; CEO, The Officer Tatum; Founder, TatumReport.com; Christian Speaker; Social Media Influencer

“THE CHRISTIAN LEFT is a fascinating read, exposing what the Left has done to erode the truth of Christianity and the American way. Lucas is one of many Paul Reveres crying out in the night. He is not crying ‘the British are coming,’ but instead ‘the Marxists are coming.’ We would all be wise to listen.”

— Brian Gibson, Pastor, HIS Church

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