THE INTERVIEW | The 3 Basic Beliefs Of All Christian Nationalists with AD Robles
Apr 15, 2024
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AD Robles, an expert on Christian Nationalism, discusses the 3 basic beliefs of Christian Nationalists. Topics include distinguishing Christian Nationalism, promoting Christian nations, navigating legal interpretations, protecting human life, societal transformation, banning pornography, religious conversion, and the impact on family structures.
Christian Nationalism involves establishing Christian nations through political engagement for obedience to God.
Advocating for a Christian government that enforces both first and second tables of the Ten Commandments.
Recognizing the importance of integrating Christian principles into governance while navigating societal complexities.
Deep dives
Belief in Working Towards Christian Nations
Belief that Christians should work towards establishing distinctly Christian nations, regardless of eschatological views. This involves actively engaging in the political affairs of a nation to Christianize its politics and believing that it is worth the effort as obedience to God and for potential effectiveness, even if short-lived.
Two Tables of the Law
Differentiating between Christians influencing government and advocating for a distinctly Christian government that legislates both first and second tables of the Ten Commandments. This entails not just enforcing laws related to the second table like murder or theft but also the first table, focusing on public expressions of idolatry and blasphemy.
Challenges of Neutrality and Defining Boundaries
Addressing the myth of neutrality in governance and stressing the importance of delineating the boundaries of Christian nationalism. This involves understanding the necessity of civil magistrates enforcing the first table of the law alongside the second table, as part of maintaining a distinctly Christian approach to governance, while also acknowledging the need for prudence and political alliances in navigating current societal complexities.
The Importance of Upholding Christian Values in Legislation
The podcast highlights the significance of basing laws on Christian principles and beliefs. It stresses the notion that Christian values should influence the creation of laws, advocating for a legal system that reflects divine morals. The discussion underscores the idea that protecting life and enforcing laws against murder are inherently linked to the Christian faith, emphasizing the importance of connecting governance with religious foundations.
Achieving National Transformation through Christian Influence
The episode explores the concept of national transformation through Christian influence, discussing the impact of bottom-up and top-down approaches. It delves into the belief that a nation can transition towards becoming more Christian by focusing on grassroots movements and strategic leadership. The conversation emphasizes the role of families in shaping societal beliefs and behaviors, highlighting how Christian values promoted by the civil magistrate can lead to cultural and spiritual transformations.
In this episode of Theology Applied, AD Robles joins the show. It has been incredibly difficult to actually define Christian Nationalism - like trying to nail jello to the wall. In large part, this is because there are so many different versions of Christian Nationalism. Finally, we’re providing a clear system for determining whether or not someone is a Christian Nationalist. And it’s based on just three simple criteria!
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