Theology in the Raw S2 Ep1120: Army Officer Turned Conscientious Objector: Spencer Goldstein
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Oct 16, 2023 Former Army officer and conscientious objector, Spencer Goldstein, shares his journey of joining the military and becoming convicted by his Christian faith. They discuss the challenges of being a conscientious objector in the army and the tension between Christianity and military service. The conversation also explores the ethics of warfare and the distinction between Christian ethics and political ethics. The importance of recognizing blind spots in beliefs and caring for the disabled community is also discussed.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
From Military to Conscientious Objector
02:13 • 10min
Becoming a Conscientious Objector in the Army
11:56 • 2min
The Tension Between Christianity and Military Service
14:06 • 27min
Ethical Challenges in Warfare
41:11 • 2min
Ethics of Nations and the Church
43:19 • 18min
Exploring Blind Spots and Beliefs
01:01:21 • 4min