How to Vote Like Jesus in a Divided America - LIVE Show

Oct 31, 2016

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How can Christians approach elections without compromising the way of Jesus? Live from Villain Studios, Mike Erre and Andy unpack how Jesus invites his followers to engage politically—not as loyalists to political platforms, but as citizens of a radically different kingdom. In this fifth installment of the “Jesus & Politics” series, they challenge the fusion of faith and nationalism, explore how kingdom allegiance transcends party lines, and ask the tough question: what if how we carry ourselves after an election matters more than how we vote?

Listeners will walk away with a renewed vision of what faithful political engagement can look like in a polarized age—one rooted not in fear, but in love, humility, and the cruciform example of Jesus.

Key Takeaways: • Distinguishing Between Faith and Political Platforms – Why pairing Jesus with a party diminishes the power of the gospel and alienates those outside the church. • How You Vote vs. How You Live – Why showing up November 8 isn’t as important as how you embody kingdom values all year long. • Political Idolatry in the American Church – How evangelical Christianity has obscured the beauty of Jesus by anointing political candidates as messiahs. • Reimagining the Church as a Post-Election Witness – What it means to take communion with people who voted differently and embody unity above partisanship. • Understanding Different Views on Church-State Relations – Exploring four theological perspectives that shape how Christians engage with politics and government.

Resources Mentioned: • "Jesus for President" by Shane Claiborne – A resource on rethinking political discipleship. • "Romans 13" – Insight into the biblical role of government and civil obedience. • Scott Sauls, Sky Jethani, and Alan Kreider – Authors and theologians referenced for their work on the church, politics, and peacemaking. • Revelation as Subversive Literature – A fresh reading of Revelation that challenges empire and nationalism. • Book of Matthew – Teachings like “love your enemies” as political acts.

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