Mark Anthony Stephens has once again taken to Facebook to share a string of spiritually-tinged affirmations—each one dripping with piety, projection, and an almost poetic level of irony.

Let’s take a moment to look at the trifecta of recent posts:

1. “Never trust your tongue when your heart is bitter. Be quiet until you heal.”
2. “May my voice be silent as I seek you, God… May my life show your Love, Lord. #bestmonthever”
3. “When people lie and smear your Character, Know that we reap what we sow. God.”

At first glance, these might seem like harmless—if not inspirational—quotes meant to encourage introspection and faith. But when read in the context of Mark’s larger social media activity, they become less like scripture and more like subtext.

Say Nothing While Saying Everything

Mark’s post about staying silent while you heal is particularly rich—considering he rarely is silent. His online presence is a digital minefield of indirect accusations, vague victimhood, and spiritual one-liners designed not to uplift, but to signal.

This isn’t healing.
It’s broadcasting.

And it’s not about seeking God—it’s about seeking an audience.

Smear Campaigns or Mirror Campaigns?

“When people lie and smear your character…” he writes.

The implication? That he is being smeared.

The reality? Mark’s legal and relational history is well-documented:

• Two separate women have permanent protection orders against him.
• Multiple findings of contempt of court.
• Years of unpaid child support.
• A trail of professional and parental no-shows, broken agreements, and inflammatory outbursts.

Is that a smear? Or is that a record?

He doesn’t need anyone to lie about his behavior. It’s been thoroughly chronicled in public court records, medical documentation, and firsthand accounts from those closest to him—including his own children.

God as a Social Media Shield

The post invoking silence and love for the Lord comes across as heartfelt—until you realize it’s followed closely by another post laced with indignation and subtle judgment. This is what Mark has done consistently:

He uses faith language not to be accountable, but to be untouchable.

By aligning himself with God, he attempts to insulate himself from criticism. Anyone who disagrees? Well, now they’re attacking a man of God. Convenient.

But invoking God doesn’t erase the unpaid judgments, ignored court orders, or the pattern of manipulation. It doesn’t negate the impact his behavior has had on his sons—sons who have spoken with their silence and their distance.

Healing Doesn’t Happen on a Meme

Healing is quiet, consistent, and humble. It’s not a three-post sermon layered between selfies, defense mechanisms, and the occasional passive-aggressive meme.

If Mark truly wanted healing, he wouldn’t be posting about silence—he’d be silent. He wouldn’t be quoting scripture—he’d be living it. He wouldn’t be speaking about love—he’d be showing up for it, even when it’s uncomfortable, messy, or requires actual sacrifice.

Because healing isn’t measured in likes or spiritual hashtags.

It’s measured in changed behavior.

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