Contra Mundum

Mass deportations are now underway. The U.S. Military is now at the Southern border. Illegals are being rounded up and sent back. Things are happening under President Trump. He is actually doing the things he promised to do.But will it be enough?

Our long national nightmare is over. Donald J. Trump is now, once again, President of the United States.In his second inaugural address, he outlined a vision for his new presidency: a return of the historic American spirit. He invoked both Manifest Destiny and President McKinley. The border will be fully militarized. Cartels are now foreign terrorist organizations. The Panama Canal is coming home. Tariffs are coming back. No more foreign wars.Will he be able to accomplish this? We discuss.

Dive into the intriguing relationship between Scripture and politics! Discover how biblical teachings shape governance and ethical frameworks while grappling with their limitations. Explore philosophical divides in political interpretation and learn from historical examples of early Christianity's influence on modern thought. Delve into the reality of political power through biblical narratives, and ponder the moral complexities leaders face. The discussion highlights the necessity of broader wisdom in applying faith to today's political landscape.

Jon Harris, a political commentator and author known for his insights on American identity, delves into the essence of America as a unique nation rather than a mere economic zone. He discusses the impact of cultural figures like Sam Hyde and Elon Musk, examining immigration tensions, especially the H-1B visa controversy. The conversation also explores Harry Jaffa's influence on conservatism and the evolution of American political ideologies, all while advocating for a community-focused approach to national identity and governance.

Today we discuss dating, relationships, and the social dynamics of a socially engineered dystopia with Mr. Pat Stedman.NB: Language

Daniel's vision in Chapter 7, though initially terrifying, ultimately conveys a message of hope for God's people. Daniel is deeply troubled by the vision of four monstrous kingdoms (Babylon, Persia, Greece, and Rome) emerging from the sea, but an angelic interpreter explains that these kingdoms will ultimately lose their dominion to the "saints of the Most High." The fourth beast, Rome, is highlighted for its expansive power over the known world, and the "little horn" symbolizes Herod and apostate Israel, who persecute the faithful but are destined for judgment. Despite the assurances that God's kingdom will be everlasting and given to His people, Daniel remains unsettled, likely due to the immediate implications for his people. For contemporary believers, this vision underscores that Jesus Christ reigns supreme over all earthly powers, urging Christians to live with boldness, pray with authority, and recognize that the world rightfully belongs to Christ's dominion, encouraging a life of faith rather than fear.

Daniel 7 presents a prophetic vision where Daniel sees four beasts emerging from the turbulent "sea," symbolizing Gentile nations influenced by God's scattered people, Israel. These beasts represent successive world empires: Babylon (lion with eagle's wings), Persia (bear), Greece under Alexander (leopard), and Rome (a terrifying, undefined beast with ten horns), with the last featuring a blasphemous "little horn." The vision transitions to a divine scene where the "Ancient of Days" (God) presides over a heavenly court, and the beasts' dominion is stripped away. The "Son of Man," a messianic figure, is then given everlasting dominion over all, symbolizing Christ's ascension and reign. This vision underscores the temporary nature of earthly powers and the eternal sovereignty of God's kingdom, encouraging believers to remain faithful amidst persecution, as their steadfastness contributes to the manifestation of Christ's rule on earth.

Symbols are incredibly powerful. And there are few symbols more potent in demonstrating the continued existence of Christendom in the public mind than the widespread celebration of Christmas.This is why the often lampooned "war on Christmas" creates such a visceral reaction in many people. It IS our holiday. We love it. And despise those who would attack it or subvert it.To discuss what Christmas means in 2024 America, we are joined by Mr. Jared Lovell of The North American Anglican.

We are proud to announce the very first recipient of Contra Mundum's annual LOLCOW of the Year award, Mr. James Lindsay.Mr. Lindsay set himself apart from a very large field of finalists for this award with his recent attacks on the so-called "Woke Right." What really won it for him this year, more than anything else, was defining that term in such a way that the Founding Fathers, Protestant Reformers, and any and all figures in the history of Christendom who used political power for righteous ends meet the definition of "Woke Right." His bizarre, unhinged conspiracy theories have really been the icing on the lolcow cake.We discuss this all with Patrick Casey of Chronicles Magazine.Patrick's recent piece on Lindsay can be found here: https://chroniclesmagazine.org/web/ja...

Over the weekend, the Syrian government collapsed as the civil war rapidly restarted, the Turks and Israelis invaded, and Russians were either unwilling or unable to render aid. As a result Bashar al-Assad has fled to Moscow and militant jihadists sponsored by the American Regime and its satellites in the region.After witnessing power be flexed to secure domination over Europe and now oust an unaligned regime in Syria, is it possible the decline of the Regime has been overstated? Is Turbo America just going to keep rolling on, even despite the election of a man they regard as their enemy?We discuss with the official geopolitical analyst of Contra Mundum, Mr. Ron Dodson.