Ep. 86: Responding to Redeemed Zoomer: Does the Gospel Demand Christian Political Involvement?

In this episode of the Biblical Anarchy Podcast, host Jacob Winograd responds to a video by Redeemed Zoomer, utilizing various clips to dissect and debate Redeemed Zoomer's perspectives on Christian political involvement, the separation of church and state, and the concept of Christian nationalism. Jacob, while not being himself Presbyterian, is influenced by reformed theology. He engages with Redeemed Zoomer's ideal of Presbyterian political theology, which advocates for moral influence over secular governance through a "two kingdoms" framework. While Jacob appreciates certain theological insights, he challenges the idea that nations should collectively submit to Christ and critiques the historical Presbyterian notion of a Christian state, arguing for a distinction between civil governance and coercive enforcement of religious beliefs.

Throughout the episode, Jacob delves into the historical debate within reformed traditions over establishmentarianism, referring to the 1700s American Presbytery's revision of the Westminster Confession to reject civil government enforcing religious principles. He emphasizes the necessity of Christians being politically engaged without enforcing Christianity on others, advocating for civil justice influenced by Christian ethics without resorting to theonomy. By comparing different governance structures and exploring biblical prescriptions, Jacob positions his argument within a Christian libertarian framework, promoting voluntaryism as a non-coercive alternative better aligned with Christian values. The episode ultimately aims to clarify misconceptions and encourage further dialogue, positioning the Biblical Anarchy Podcast as a platform for thoughtful and historically informed discussions on the intersection of faith and politics.

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What is The Biblical Anarchy Podcast?

The Biblical Anarchy Podcast was created by Jacob Winograd as a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute, with the purpose of making the case for a free society and decentralized governance based on Biblical principles of limited authority and imitating Christ’s example of the leader/servant. If we render unto God what is God’s, we cannot bow down to Caesar or render anything unto him except that which he deserves. The podcast consists of exploring different Bible passages, anarchist theory, Austrian Economics, and finding the connection and harmony between them.

The Biblical Anarchy Podcast is part of the Christians for Liberty Network, a coalition of shows that promote human flourishing by spreading the message of liberty. Find other shows at christiansforliberty.net