Stephen Wolfe and the Debate on Christian Nationalism: An Analysis

May 15, 2024
Biblical Anarchy Podcast

Stephen Wolfe and the Debate on Christian Nationalism: An Analysis

Today I reflect on my recent, thought-provoking discussion with Stephen Wolfe, author of “The Case for Christian Nationalism,” and my fellow LCI contributor, Alex Bernardo, host of the Protestant Libertarian podcast, where we discussed the complexities of Christian nationalism, libertarianism, and their interplay with biblical teachings and how Christians ought to live.

I critique the ideas presented by both Wolfe and Bernardo, particularly focusing on the challenges of reconciling different Christian political perspectives, such as two-kingdom theory vs. the unified kingdom theory. I seek to find common ground while clarifying the differences that shape our respective views on governance, community, and the role of the state.

Main Points of Discussion

00:00	Introduction
03:00	Jacob references a recent discussion with Stephen Wolf, author of “The Case for Christian Nationalism,” and Alex Bernardo, touching on their perspectives and public reactions.
06:00	Jacob shares his thoughts on a recent friendly debate, emphasizing his role as a moderator between contrasting views of Stephen Wolf and Alex Bernardo.
09:00	Delving deeper into Stephen Wolf’s “two kingdoms” view, Jacob expresses concerns about its practical implications and potential for misunderstanding.
12:00	Discussion on the practical outcomes of policies like drug prohibition advocated by Wolf, highlighting the real-world failures of such approaches.
15:00	Jacob reflects on broader political themes, his respect for Wolf’s honesty, and the importance of respectful debate over confrontational disagreement.
18:00	Jacob summarizes his perspectives on the discussions and outlines plans for future engagements with figures from similar ideological backgrounds.

Additional Resources

Conversation with Wolfe: https://libertarianchristians.com/episode/stephen-wolfe-alex-bernardo-christian-nationalism-christian-libertarianism/

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