## The Current State of Christian YouTube - A new chapter is being started, and although [[Christianity | Christian]] content will still be made, it won't be within the current popular Christian [[YouTuber]] system, which is in need of serious upgrades [(00:00:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=14s). - A huge new project has been worked on behind the scenes and will be announced at the end of the video, which will be posted very soon [(00:00:21)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=21s). - The current system of Christian [[YouTube]] is being quit, but the good news is that the content will be much better and different in 2025 [(00:00:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=32s). - YouTube is considered the digital Public Square, filled with evil ideas that need to be debunked, and Christian YouTubers are contributing to this end [(00:00:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=51s). - Issues within the Christian YouTube community include the ease of canceling videos that are 5 to 15 minutes long, which only live on one platform, YouTube [(00:01:09)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=69s). - Alternatives like [[Rumble (company) | Rumble]] exist, but they are not really alternatives, as they mostly consist of passionate conservatives and are not the digital Public Square [(00:01:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=79s). - The majority of people would not switch to Rumble to watch their favorite [[Christianity | Christian]] creators if they were canceled on YouTube [(00:01:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=100s). - Christian [[YouTuber | YouTubers]] are extremely replaceable due to the algorithm, which has made them this way by promoting sensationalized content [(00:01:58)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=118s). - The algorithm has created a system where Christian YouTubers quickly make videos about current events, viral videos, or popular trends, often agreeing with each other and not providing unique perspectives [(00:02:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=122s). - This has led to a Never-Ending hamster wheel of sensationalized content, where Christian YouTubers are regurgitating information to jump on trends and feed the algorithm [(00:02:55)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=175s). ## The Problem with Sensationalized Content - There are several [[Christianity | Christian]] [[YouTube]] channels that use a style of content that is disturbing and repetitive, yet many people, including the creator, have personally benefited from this type of content and know some of the channel owners who are genuinely trying to help [(00:03:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=206s). - The reason for creating this type of content is that people want to watch it, and the algorithm rewards it, but it's essential to ask deeper questions about its effectiveness and value beyond temporary dopamine release [(00:04:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=240s). - The creator questions whether this type of content is an effective long-term strategy, provides value beyond temporary satisfaction, and helps viewers feel grounded and prepared to defend their worldview [(00:04:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=243s). - The creator also wonders if the abundance of similar videos covering the same topics is helpful or if it creates a sense of a never-ending hamster wheel of sensationalized Christian videos [(00:04:18)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=258s). - Most Christian YouTube creators are not asking these crucial questions when making content, as they are often focused on making videos quickly for the algorithm to avoid missing trends [(00:04:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=291s). - The creator believes that the cycle of creating similar content will continue unless changes are made, and that if a popular Christian YouTube channel were to be canceled, most viewers would simply move on to the next similar channel [(00:05:06)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=306s). ## A Call for Change and a New Direction - The creator emphasizes that there is nothing wrong with short-form content, punchy marketing, or quality graphic design, but the problem lies in the repetitive and shock-value content that doesn't move the needle [(00:05:24)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=324s). - The creator suggests that it's time to pause, reflect, and correct the course to be more effective and avoid flooding the market with the same old content [(00:05:54)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=354s). - The creator has grown less satisfied with their role in the [[Christianity | Christian]] [[YouTube]] sphere and is looking for ways to provide unique value to their audience that will make a difference [(00:06:11)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=371s). ## A New Approach: In-Depth Documentaries - The creator plans to start producing full-length documentary-style videos that are well-researched and of high quality to provide a new type of content [(00:06:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=392s). - A new approach to content creation is being taken, focusing on in-depth, long-form video essays and documentaries that cover various topics from a Christian worldview, such as false teachers, the end times, politics, culture, art, media, and the supernatural [(00:06:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=400s). - This approach aims to provide more quality content, filling a gap in the market for well-researched and engaging documentaries that offer a deeper dive into specific topics [(00:07:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=457s). ## The Michael Todd Documentary - A new documentary, "Michael Todd: Pastor or Performer," is being released, which reviews the ministry of Transformation Church and Pastor Michael Todd, one of the most popular pastors in [[United States | America]] [(00:07:11)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=431s). - The documentary is the result of over a month of research, writing, and editing, and is expected to surprise viewers with its findings [(00:07:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=446s). - The goal is to provide a resource that offers in-depth research on a particular topic, allowing viewers to make informed decisions or conduct further research as needed [(00:08:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=487s). - This format is also expected to be more helpful and persuasive to viewers who may not agree with the conclusions presented [(00:08:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=497s). ## Ensuring Content Availability and Supporting the Channel - To ensure the content remains available, it will be posted on multiple platforms, including [[YouTube]], [[Rumble (company) | Rumble]], and [[Spotify]], and viewers are encouraged to follow and share the content on these platforms [(00:08:29)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=509s). - Viewers are also encouraged to consider making a monthly donation to support the channel, which will help ensure the continued production of high-quality content and make the channel less susceptible to cancellation [(00:08:58)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA&t=538s). ## Sources - [website](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aSe5R7P2xA)