Teaching by Tag: Politics
Esther, Part 7: Purim, Celebration of Deliverance
The celebration of Purim teaches us to maintain a rhythm of remembrances and to leverage our civic responsibility.
Watch / ListenEsther, Part 6: When the Hidden Hand Becomes Crystal Clear
God protects His people through governmental rule, personal restraint, and divine reversal.
Watch / ListenEsther, Part 1: The Stage Is Set
Those with power and position do not thwart the plans of God, so we do not need to envy them. We can trust that God’s providential hand is at work in our everyday lives.
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Christ and Culture: God and Government Supplemental Session
In this “God & Government” supplemental video, Pastor Jim discusses the topics of globalism v. globalization, multiculturalism, big government, and third party voting.
Watch / ListenChrist and Culture, Part 7: God and Government
Should we as Christians be involved in the political process? We are called to be separate from the world, but we are called to have an impact in the world.
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When Shepherds Fail
When our earthly shepherds fail, the Lord is our Shepherd.
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The Calm After the Storm
There is much debate and turmoil surrounding the upcoming American presidential election, even among the people of God. But we do not ultimately follow the church. We follow Jesus. And after the “storm” of this political season is over, He will still be on His throne.
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Our Identity in Christ
When our identity fades, our hope fades. But if our identity is in Christ, our hope will go on forever. What do you find is getting in the way of an all-consuming passion for Christ?
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When a Nation Loses Its Conscience
When a nation loses its collective conscience, truth is suppressed and depravity becomes accepted and approved. Jesus didn’t come to “fix” things, but He came to redeem our lives.
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When Politics Replaces the Gospel
When we trade politics for the gospel, we forget which kingdom we are in, and we start putting our hope in the kingdom of darkness instead of the kingdom of God’s dear Son. We don’t need a problem-solver; we need a Redeemer.
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