Live Free with Josh Howerton Why Socialism is a Disastrous Idea (and UNBIBLICAL)?! | Live Free with Josh Howerton
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Jan 5, 2026 Unpacking the allure and pitfalls of socialism, the hosts question why Venezuelans celebrate its collapse while it's touted as compassionate in the U.S. They delve into the stark realities behind collectivist ideologies, contrasting them with biblical principles of freedom. Historical examples from Venezuela and the USSR highlight the catastrophic consequences of such systems. The discussion also touches on penal substitution and its theological implications, illustrating how rejecting core doctrines can lead to doctrinal decline.
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Raising Adopted Children With Honest Race Talks
- Josh Howerton describes transracial adoption and open conversations about race in his home.
- He trains his children to critically evaluate news and rejects tiptoeing around awkward topics.
Penal Substitution As The Atonement Core
- Penal substitution is presented as the theological backbone tying other atonement motifs together.
- Paul Cunningham argues Christ bore the penalty in our place, satisfying divine justice and enabling forgiveness.
Answer Atonement Objections With The Trinity
- Use the Trinity to address objections that penal substitution implies divine abuse.
- Josh Howerton stresses the Father and Son share one divine will and Jesus acted voluntarily.
