The Auron MacIntyre Show

Is Democracy the Only Biblical Government? | Guest: Chase Davis | 8/4/25

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Aug 4, 2025
In this discussion, Pastor Chase Davis, who leads The Well Church and hosts Full Proof Theology, delves into the complex relationship between biblical teachings and modern governance. They examine whether liberal democracy is a divinely mandated system or a human construct. Davis critiques the 'woke' ideology within Christianity, emphasizing the necessity of virtue in leadership. The conversation also highlights the historical context of biblical governance and its implications for contemporary political systems.
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No Biblical Mandate for Democracy

  • The Bible does not mandate any specific form of government such as liberal democracy.
  • Monarchy, as shown in Israel's history, is a biblically permitted system when aligned with God's rule.
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State Formation Costs Freedom

  • Establishing a state requires ceding freedoms and resources to the government.
  • God warns that replacing direct divine rule with a secular king shifts sovereignty to the state.
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Monarchy vs Dictatorship Distinction

  • A biblical king is ideally a godly ruler serving under God's authority.
  • Monarchy differs from dictatorship through its spiritual legitimacy and service to God.
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