Beste Governed By God Podcasts (2024)

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S5E10 - Public Schooling (Interview with Professor Jeffrey Tuomala) 49:22

4d ago49:22

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This week, Professor Jeffrey Tuomala joins me to discuss the topic of public education. Growing up, I always assumed that it was the government's job to educate children, and that private schooling or homeschooling was weird. But Professor Tuomala shows that not only is government-run education the exception, not the rule, it is also unconstitution…

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S5E9 - Banking (Interview with Dr. Bob Murphy) 57:04

18d ago57:04

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On today's episode, Dr. Bob Murphy comes onto the show to discuss banking, specifically fractional reserve banking. At any given time, banks only have to keep on hand a fraction of the money that we deposit, all the while letting us believe that our money is there. Dr. Murphy lays out the implications of this for the economy and also explains how w…

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S5E8 - Abolish Abortion PA 39:55

1M ago39:55

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On today's episode, I had the opportunity to speak with Aaron Pratt, who is director of Abolish Abortion Pennsylvania. Aaron and I speak about the rules that Pennsylvania has regarding abortion, as well as some of the key differences between the pro-life movement and the abolitionist movement. For more information on the ministry that Aaron is invo…

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S5E7 - A Theonomist's Response to Dr. Stephen Wolfe (Part 3) 35:35

2M ago35:35

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On today's episode, I finished responding to a video published by Dr. Stephen Wolfe, the author of The Case for Christian Nationalism. I address topics such as covenants, federalism, and the role that one's eschatology plays in this. As a reminder, here is Dr. Wolfe's entire critique of theonomy: Theonomy vs. Natural Law If you have any questions o…

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S5E6 - A Theonomist's Response to Dr. Stephen Wolfe (Part 2) 54:45

2M ago54:45

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On today's episode, I continue responding to a video published by Dr. Stephen Wolfe, the author of The Case for Christian Nationalism. I address things such as separation of powers, preventative vs. punitive law, and how applying God's law sets the foundation for true civic liberty. As a reminder, here is Dr. Wolfe's entire critique of theonomy: Th…

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S5E5 - A Theonomist's Response to Dr. Stephen Wolfe (Part 1) 56:44

2M ago56:44

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On today's episode, I respond to a recent video published by Dr. Stephen Wolfe. Wolfe, the author of The Case for Christian Nationalism, critiqued the theonomic perspective, specifically a version of it in which there is no legislative body. While I hold Dr. Wolfe in the highest respect, I wanted to offer a thorough response in defense of theonomy.…

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S5E4 - Church and State 38:27

2M ago38:27

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On today's episode I look at the rather controversial topic of Church and State. Starting with Scripture, I consider both Deuteronomy 13 and Romans 13 in their context. The topic then moves to some historical examples of church/state relations before addressing the modern example of the United States. Ultimately, Scripture lays the foundation for a…

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S5E3 - Theocracy and Immigration (Interview with Luke Saint) 46:25

3M ago46:25

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On today's episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Luke Saint who works with The Future of Christendom and is the author of The Sound Doctrine of Theocracy. We first discuss the main premise of his book, as well as what it means to be a theocracy and to love God's law. We then move into the topic of immigration, where Luke presents the case tha…

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S5E2 - God's Common Law 35:56

3M ago35:56

35:56

This week, before we go into specific public policy topics, I want to discuss how to understand and apply God's law. This is the starting point for addressing any public policy issue. If we misunderstand God's law we end up engaging in legalism like the Pharisees. They used God's law in a wooden fashion to try to earn God's favor. But God's law is …

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S5E1 – Foundations of Public Policy 42:55

4M ago42:55

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Welcome to Season 5 of Governed by God! Today I open up with a planned theme for the season, considering what the Biblical position is (if there is one) on topics such as drugs, immigration, pornography, regulations, etc. Do these topics have a biblical perspective, or is it a matter of choosing your own adventure? But before we dive into those top…

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S4E24 – Loving God's Law (Interview with Pastor Saint) 45:54

5M ago45:54

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In concluding this season of Governed by God, I had the pleasure of interviewing Pastor Joel Saint on the topic of loving God's law. Joel is pastor of Independence Reformed Bible Church in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. He also serves as executive director of Future of Christendom Press. Although we touch on a variety of topics concerning politics…

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S4E23 – Challenges to Christian Nationalism, Part 5: The Law Cannot Save 30:22

6M ago30:22

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As we finish up this series on Christian Nationalism, I wanted to respond to the next challenge on the list: isn't the law powerless to save? So why should we even focus on it? Furthermore, isn't God's law too complicated and difficult to follow? This two-fold challenge is quite common, but usually involves an over-simplification of the purpose of …

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S4E22 - Seven Statist Sins (Interview with Chris Hume) 54:40

6M ago54:40

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As part of this series on Christian Nationalism, I had the pleasure of interviewing Chris Hume about his new book, Seven Statist Sins. In this episode, we discuss man's pride in attempting to ignore God's law and create man-made traditions. We also consider the issue of coerced taxation, along with several other related topics, such as the Luke Sai…

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S4E21 – Challenges to Christian Nationalism, Part 4: Questioning Motives 30:29

7M ago30:29

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As we continue this series on Christian Nationalism, I wanted to respond to the next challenge on the list: Aren't we too focused on getting power, and doesn't that make us just like the world? This is an important challenge, and one that we need to take seriously. All things, even good things, can become idols. But civil power, like money, is not …

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S4E20 – Challenges to Christian Nationalism, Part 3: Blasphemy Laws 35:09

7M ago35:09

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Today I continue a series on the topic of Christian Nationalism, specifically responding to common challenges to it. One of those challenges is: Won't Christian rulers enforce laws against blasphemy and heresy? Shouldn't we avoid that risk by not having Christian lawmakers or a Christian nation? In response to this, I will look at an 1824 Pennsylva…

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S4E19 – Challenges to Christian Nationalism, Part 2 27:19

8M ago27:19

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Today I continue a series on the topic of Christian Nationalism, specifically responding to common challenges to it. One of those challenges is: Won’t Christian rulers be tempted to use power to coerce others into becoming Christian? And can power even be used in a God-honoring way? At the end of the day, this challenge boils down to who should be …

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S4E18 – Challenges to Christian Nationalism, Part 1 28:46

8M ago28:46

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Today I begin a series on the topic of Christian Nationalism. While there are many other available podcasts that discuss what Christian Nationalism is, my focus is on responding to the challenges to Christian Nationalism. Most, if not all, of those challenges come from within the Christian community. For example, are we saying that the gospel is sp…

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S4E17 – Dawkins’ Dilemma 29:20

9M ago29:20

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In this episode, I review and respond to an interview of Professor Richard Dawkins that took place near Easter. Professor Dawkins is a very outspoken atheist, having written numerous books against religion and against Christianity. In this interview, he reveals a very inconsistent and contradictory position: he loves Christian culture but does not …

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S4E16 – The Transgender Day of Visibility 31:38

9M ago31:38

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In this episode, I look at President Biden’s recent proclamation regarding the Transgender Day of Visibility. What does this have to do with Easter and the White House Easter Egg Roll? And how is transgenderism actually one of the most deadly and dangerous false gospels that exist today? I do not mean that transgenderism is dangerous to Christians,…

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S4E15 – Immigration 29:32

9M ago29:32

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In this episode, I tackle the rather relevant and controversial topic of immigration. How should Christians approach that topic? Does the Bible have anything to say about freedom of movement, or lack thereof? How do we properly love the stranger and sojourner among us? These are important questions that we need to think about carefully and biblical…

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S4E14 – Do Human Embryos Have Rights? 25:10

10M ago25:10

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This week I tackle the controversial Alabama Supreme Court ruling on the topic of IVF and the rights of embryos. More specifically, I look at a brief history of the term ’embryo’ and ‘fetus’ and then consider Chief Justice Parker’s opinion in the case. What is a fetus and an embryo? Do embryos have rights? And if they do, what does that mean for IV…

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S4E13 – The Christian and the Magistrate 22:07

10M ago22:07

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This week I look at some of the writings from the 16th Century Reformer Pierre Viret. Viret was a Swiss Reformer around the time of John Calvin, and he wrote several treatises and biblical commentaries. His works on government have been collated into a book titled The Christian and the Magistrate. What is the duty of Christian citizens? How should …

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S4E12 – Applying Scripture to Culture, Part 2 49:32

11M ago49:32

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This week I complete my review and response of a recent episode of the White Horse Inn concerning misunderstood passages of Scripture. In their discussion, Dr. Michael Horton, Pastor Bob Hiller, and Dr. Walter Strickland talk primarily about passages such as 2 Chronicles 7:14, and how such passages are misapplied today. While I agree with much of w…

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S4E11 – Applying Scripture to Culture, Part 1 43:48

11M ago43:48

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This week I begin a multi-part review of a recent episode of the White Horse Inn concerning misunderstood passages of Scripture. In their discussion, Dr. Michael Horton, Pastor Bob Hiller, and Dr. Walter Strickland talk primarily about passages such as 2 Chronicles 7:14, and how such passages are misapplied today. While I agree with much of what th…

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S4E10 – The Gospel According to Sam Harris 35:44

12M ago35:44

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Today I analyze and critique an interview between Dr. Jordan Peterson and well-known atheist thinker, Sam Harris. More specifically, I look at the last several minutes of their discussion, where Harris presents his understanding of evil and the theoretical solution. Ultimately, Harris presents an entirely secular gospel that includes repentance, ev…

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S5E10 - Public Schooling (Interview with Professor Jeffrey Tuomala) 49:22

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S5E9 - Banking (Interview with Dr. Bob Murphy) 57:04

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S5E8 - Abolish Abortion PA 39:55

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S5E7 - A Theonomist's Response to Dr. Stephen Wolfe (Part 3) 35:35

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S5E6 - A Theonomist's Response to Dr. Stephen Wolfe (Part 2) 54:45

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S5E5 - A Theonomist's Response to Dr. Stephen Wolfe (Part 1) 56:44

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S5E4 - Church and State 38:27

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S5E3 - Theocracy and Immigration (Interview with Luke Saint) 46:25

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S5E2 - God's Common Law 35:56

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S5E1 – Foundations of Public Policy 42:55

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S4E24 – Loving God's Law (Interview with Pastor Saint) 45:54

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S4E23 – Challenges to Christian Nationalism, Part 5: The Law Cannot Save 30:22

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S4E22 - Seven Statist Sins (Interview with Chris Hume) 54:40

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S4E21 – Challenges to Christian Nationalism, Part 4: Questioning Motives 30:29

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S4E20 – Challenges to Christian Nationalism, Part 3: Blasphemy Laws 35:09

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S4E19 – Challenges to Christian Nationalism, Part 2 27:19

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S4E18 – Challenges to Christian Nationalism, Part 1 28:46

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S4E17 – Dawkins’ Dilemma 29:20

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S4E16 – The Transgender Day of Visibility 31:38

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S4E15 – Immigration 29:32

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S4E14 – Do Human Embryos Have Rights? 25:10

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S4E13 – The Christian and the Magistrate 22:07

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S4E12 – Applying Scripture to Culture, Part 2 49:32

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S4E11 – Applying Scripture to Culture, Part 1 43:48

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S4E10 – The Gospel According to Sam Harris 35:44

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