Episode 975: The Struggle for Your Soul w/ Corey and Woe From Stone Choir
Nov 16, 2023
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Corey and Woe from Stone Choir podcast join Pete to discuss the decline of western Christianity and their mission to address uncomfortable truths. They delve into the history of Lutheran churches, the influence of notes and commentary on religious texts, and the complexity of the Israel-Palestine conflict. Despite denominational differences, they emphasize recognizing each other as brothers in the faith. Find the podcast on various platforms and enjoy the timeless content and valuable information.
Stone Choir aims to address controversial topics that are often avoided by other Christian leaders, providing a Christian response to these issues.
A lack of competent leadership in many church bodies contributes to the decline of the church, as leaders are ill-equipped to tackle modern challenges.
Speaking out against the subversion of the church can result in personal attacks and backlash, but it is important to stand up for the truth regardless of the consequences.
Christianity and Judaism have divergent beliefs and historical tensions, and attempts to vilify Christianity based on Judaism are ignorant and fail to consider the historical context and teachings of both religions.
Deep dives
The Purpose of Stone Choir
Stone Choir aims to address issues that are not being discussed in the church, providing a Christian response to controversial topics. They focus on matters that are often considered taboo or avoided by other Christian leaders, such as problems in the church, politics, and society. Stone Choir aims to equip Christian men with the knowledge and arguments they need to address these issues, particularly in the face of challenges posed by the subversion of church bodies and false teachings. By addressing the third rail issues and providing a Christian perspective, Stone Choir aims to fill the void left by the mainstream church.
The State of Leadership in the Church
Stone Choir highlights the lack of competent leadership in many church bodies today. They argue that pastors and teachers often lack the tools or knowledge to tackle modern challenges, such as transgenderism or the subversion of church teachings. Many leaders are ill-equipped to confront the problems faced by the church and society at large. Stone Choir argues that this is due to the infiltration of radical ideologies and the failure to properly train and vet pastors and theology students. As a result, false teachings and cowardice among leaders contribute to the decline of the church.
Attacks and Personal Consequences of Speaking Out
Speaking out against the subversion of the church has its personal consequences. Stone Choir discusses the backlash and personal attacks they have faced, including being labeled neo-Nazis and racists. The desire to silence those challenging the prevailing ideologies leads to personal attacks, including doxxing, attempts to get them fired, and character assassination. Stone Choir acknowledges the safety concerns and threats they have received but remains committed to speaking the truth, regardless of the personal costs. They emphasize the importance of standing up for the truth, even in the face of adversity.
Critiques of Christianity and Judaism
Stone Choir rebuts arguments that Christianity has been subverted by Judaism or that it is a Jewish plot. They demonstrate that Christianity and Judaism have divergent beliefs and historical tensions. They argue that Judaism, particularly in its Talmudic form, is incompatible with Christian teachings. Stone Choir points out that Christianity has historically stood against the practices of other religions and cultures, such as child sacrifice and mistreatment of slaves. They argue that attempts to vilify Christianity based on Judaism are rooted in ignorance and do not account for the historical context and teachings of both religions.
The Importance of Understanding Jewish History
Understanding the historical context of the Jewish people is crucial for Christians. By understanding the history of Jews, Hebrews, and Israelites, we can better grasp the teachings of Scripture and avoid false doctrines like dispensationalism. It is essential to recognize the distinction between the Jewish people as an ethnicity and the Christian faith. While Christians should pray for the salvation of all people, we must also be aware of the historical conflicts and understand the significance of these distinctions in order to oppose false teachings and uphold the truth of Scripture.
The Danger of Ethnic and Racial Identity
Both neopaganism and Judaism are based on the false notion that bloodline or ethnicity hold salvific value. Neopaganism seeks to elevate European and white racial identity, while Judaism promotes the idea of being a chosen people. However, Christianity teaches that truth is objective and universal, regardless of race or ethnicity. Salvation is extended to all through faith in Jesus Christ. Neopaganism's ethnic focus and Judaism's ethnocentric teachings are rooted in falsehood and detract from the message of Christ. As Christians, we are called to love all people but oppose false ideologies that reject the universality of the Gospel.
The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict and Christian Response
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict presents a complex and deeply rooted political and religious struggle. While Christians should pray for peace, it is critical to understand that both sides in the conflict have historically been enemies of Christianity. The Jewish people and the Muslim population have deep-seated animosity towards the Christian faith and are not our brothers by blood or by faith. From a Christian standpoint, it is not necessary to pick sides in this conflict. Instead, we should seek to promote peace while recognizing the historical and theological realities surrounding the conflict. Our focus should be on upholding the truth of Scripture and opposing ideologies that stand against the teachings of Christ.
