John Houmes and Brad Edwards explore the concept of voting from a Christian perspective, discussing the implications of political engagement, the nature of voting as a civic duty, and the importance of understanding the complexities surrounding issues like immigration. They emphasize the need for thoughtful deliberation and a process-oriented approach to voting, rather than a binary mindset. The discussion also highlights the significance of local engagement and the church's role in navigating political discourse.
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Check-out John’s new podcast project, Lessons from the Jungle.
Apple: https://tinyurl.com/3z4zvdje
Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/43xp32dy
Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/yefjdphu
First episode releases Veteran’s Day, Monday, Nov 11.
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Recommended Political Readings:
Academic/Nerdy:
Political Visions & Illusions: A Survey & Christian Critique of Contemporary Ideologies
By David T. Koyzis
A Conflict of Ideological Origins of Political Struggles
by Thomas Sowell
Accessible/Practical:
Truth Over Tribe: Pledging Allegiance to the Lamb, Not the Donkey or the Elephant
By Patrick Miller and Keith Simon
Compassion (&) Conviction: The AND Campaign's Guide to Faithful Civic Engagement
By Giboney, Wear and Butler
Political Systems:
Right-Leaning:
A Time to Build: From Family and Community to Congress and the Campus, How Recommitting to Our Institutions Can Revive the American Dream, by Yuval Levin
Left-Leaning:
The Constitution of Knowledge: A Defense of Truth, by Jonathan Rauch
