What-Not: The Podcast

Q&A: Christians under bad government, inviting people to church, the devil's insistence on evil, litigation against non-Christians, and Satan's little season

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Jul 23, 2025
Dive into the complexities of living as a Christian in an unjust society and explore the balance between obeying government and confronting moral failures. Discover effective strategies for inviting friends to church while tackling the nature of evil. Delve into the thought-provoking question of whether the devil ever tires of evil. Gain insights into litigation against non-Christians and review various interpretations of the millennium, particularly Satan's little season in Revelation. It's a rich blend of theology, current events, and practical faith.
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INSIGHT

Three Estates and Government Role

  • Government should be limited to wielding the sword to punish evil and maintain order, as per Romans 13.
  • Usurping the roles of family and church in caring for people leads to societal imbalance.
ADVICE

Praying and Practical Invites

  • Begin inviting others to church with prayer for specific people and opportunities.
  • Offer practical invitations, like attending special services or joining for lunch afterward, to ease their participation.
ANECDOTE

Buckley Sailing and Devil's Nature

  • William F. Buckley's solo sailing experience illustrated why the devil persistently does evil.
  • The devil is locked into evil by his prideful rebellion and has no access to what is good.
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