Theology in Particular Episode 72: Political Theology Of 17th Century Particular Baptists with James Renihan
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Dec 19, 2022 James Renihan, the President of International Reformed Baptist Seminary, shares his expertise on the political theology of 17th-century Particular Baptists. He reveals how these early Baptists navigated the turbulent shift from monarchy to parliamentary control, impacting their views on religious freedom. The conversation also touches on how moral values and personal beliefs have evolved amid modern cultural pressures. Renihan emphasizes the importance of Christians engaging with politics while keeping spiritual priorities at the forefront.
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Political Theology Relevance
- The political theology of 17th-century Particular Baptists is a complex and timely topic.
- It's relevant to contemporary debates about church and state.
Evolving Baptist Theology
- 17th-century Baptist political theology was diverse, evolving alongside political circumstances.
- Their views were shaped by the English Civil War and its aftermath.
Roger Williams and Religious Freedom
- Roger Williams, exiled from Massachusetts, championed religious freedom in Rhode Island.
- He advocated for compensating Native Americans for land and held progressive views.
