Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture

Faith & Political Engagement

Sep 17, 2024

Explore how Christians can navigate the political arena through biblical teachings. The conversation emphasizes applying love for God and neighbor to contemporary issues like poverty and immigration. Discover the connection between law and morality, and the importance of engaging in respectful dialogue. Prioritizing faith over political allegiance, the discussion encourages thoughtful participation in politics while holding true to one's beliefs. Join in on the call for civil discourse amidst the complexities of modern governance.

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Politics is fundamentally a moral endeavor that reflects societal justice, emphasizing the need for compassion and fairness in governance.

Christians are encouraged to engage politically with humility and love, prioritizing the kingdom of God over any political party affiliations.

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The Moral Nature of Politics

Politics is fundamentally a moral endeavor, as it concerns the organization of life within a community. Biblical teachings emphasize that politics is not neutral; it encompasses issues of justice and societal structures that can perpetuate or alleviate injustice. The Scriptures urge leaders to uphold justice, as prophets call out those in power for allowing societal injustices to flourish. The political arena, therefore, is also a reflection of how societies can either thrive through fairness or suffer through systemic inequities.

Intro

3min

Faith and Political Engagement

11min

Faith and Politics: Navigating Complexities

10min

Law and Morality: An Intricate Connection

7min

Faith Over Politics

9min

Engaging in Politics with a Biblical Perspective

2min

How should we approach the political arena as Christians? What exactly does the Bible give us when it comes to politics? How can we make sure that our conversations about politics are civil and respectful? Sean and Scott will answer these questions and more as they discuss the connection between Christian faith and politics.

It's National Voter Registration Day! Visit vote.gov to register to vote or check your registration status. You can also find information on how and where you can vote as a college student.

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Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, which offers degrees both online and on campus in Southern California.

Find all episodes of Think Biblically at: https://www.biola.edu/think-biblically.
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To submit comments, ask questions, or make suggestions on issues you'd like us to cover or guests you'd like us to have on the podcast, email us at thinkbiblically@biola.edu.

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