Especially for death penalty proponents, Romans 13:4 has come to occupy a central role in debates on capital punishment. There Paul writes: “[I]f you do what is wrong, you should be afraid for the authority does not bear the sword in vain! It is the servant of God to execute wrath on the wrongdoer.” Notably, Southern Baptists cite Romans 13:4 in their church’s official statement supporting capital punishment.
In this guest post LCC welcomes Matthew Gilliland, libertarian writer and speaker. He holds a J.D. from North Carolina Central …
Christians who identify with a Left political ideology frequently appeal to state intervention in the market as a means of promoting the common good. This is especially true as it relates to many Christians who place an emphasis on promoting social justice. Having attended a Jesuit University where progressive politics were dominant and social justice was held in very high esteem, I can readily attest to this. For examples beyond my personal anecdotes, see the anti-libertarian conference Erroneous Autonomy at The Catholic University of America, and note some recent trends among protestant Christians.
This guest post is by Jeremy Mack of The Evangelical Libertarian. “You’re born with a religion or you adopt a …
This guest post is by C.Jay Engel of The Reformed Libertarian. For guest post opportunities, please see the Contact page. …
Guest post by C. Jay Engel of the Reformed Libertarian. The anti-free market proclamations from the left (and even sometimes …
This guest post is by David Theroux, Founder and President of the Independent Institute. This two-part series (see part 1) …
This guest post is by David Theroux, Founder and President of the Independent Institute. This two-part series was originally published …
This guest post is by LCC reader Paul Maitrejean. Many Christians today are quick to leap to the defense of …
Randy England has an interesting article at LewRockwell.com regarding Paul’s attitude toward secular authority. Here is a short excerpt: —- …
This guest post is by Cam Rea, frequent reader of LCC and member of the Christian Libertarian Facebook Group. Many …
From the great friend of LCC David Theroux comes a review of the recent movie “For Greater Glory,” which seems …
Norman’s note: This guest post is by Prof. Ryan McMaken. Even though the article is specifically about Catholic Christians, every …
This guest post is by Craig White. America is at war, in many faraway lands. By normal definitions, we are …
This article is by Lew Rockwell and was originally published in his book Speaking of Liberty. Hardly anyone talks of …
This essay concludes the Christian Theology and Public Policy Course by John Cobin, author of the books Bible and Government …
This essay continues the Christian Theology and Public Policy Course by John Cobin, author of the books Bible and Government …
This essay continues the Christian Theology and Public Policy Course by John Cobin, author of the books Bible and Government …
This essay continues the Christian Theology and Public Policy Course by John Cobin, author of the books Bible and Government …
This essay continues the Christian Theology and Public Policy Course by John Cobin, author of the books Bible and Government …
This essay continues the Christian Theology and Public Policy Course by John Cobin, author of the books Bible and Government …
This essay continues the Christian Theology and Public Policy Course by John Cobin, author of the books Bible and Government …
This essay continues the Christian Theology and Public Policy Course by John Cobin, author of the books Bible and Government …
This essay continues the Christian Theology and Public Policy Course by John Cobin, author of the books Bible and Government …
This essay continues the Christian Theology and Public Policy Course by John Cobin, author of the books Bible and Government …
This essay continues the Christian Theology and Public Policy Course by John Cobin, author of the books Bible and Government …
This essay continues the Christian Theology and Public Policy Course by John Cobin, author of the books Bible and Government …
This essay continues the Christian Theology and Public Policy Course by John Cobin, author of the books Bible and Government …
This essay continues the Christian Theology and Public Policy Course by John Cobin, author of the books Bible and Government …
This essay continues the Christian Theology and Public Policy Course by John Cobin, author of the books Bible and Government …
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