The Flag is a Coffin Veil
“Now from the sixth hour darkness fell upon all the land until the ninth hour. About the ninth hour Jesus …
Tag: government
The Global Populist Revolt and the Church
2016 will go down in the history books as a watershed year for world politics. Between the stunning Brexit vote …
The West’s Deadly Speech Pathology
In the beginning was the Word. And the Word was with God. And the Word was God. Go to any …
Up For Debate – Christian Libertarianism and Al Mohler
Join me for what will undoubtedly be a memorable radio hour of discussing Christianity and libertarianism with esteemed theologian Al Mohler.
Why Do Libertarians Pay Taxes?
It never fails. Every time I write anything about taxes I get long, rambling e-mails from tax trolls who scour …
Who denigrates marriage? Maybe you and I do.
Conservative, evangelical, and fundamentalist Christians are not going to like what I am going to say. And neither are most …
Hack Back Against the State
The past 100 years of mostly free markets have witnessed unprecedented advances that allow millions to enjoy life in ways …
The Bible is a Voice to the Oppressed
Here is a great quote from Rob Bell (via azspot), with a generous hat-tip to our friend Bonnie Kristian. “Most …
Theological Implications of State Social Justice Programs
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.
The Religion of Statism
An image has been making the rounds on Facebook recently suggesting that statism is not much different from a religion. …
Compulsory Charity is not Charitable At All
This guest post is by Rev. Donald Ehrke. He is a Libertarian, a former GOP campaign manager, and ordained minister …
The Cult of the Uniform
There are a number of distinctly American symbols that evoke feelings of pride, nationalism, and patriotism. There is the Constitution. …
For to Us a Child is Born: Reflections on Isaiah 9:6-7
Isaiah 9:6-7 (NIV 1984): 6 For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the …
Government and the Definition of Marriage
Two weeks have passed since I traveled to Virginia to debate at Patrick Henry College. I think it is about …
Libertarianism, the Church, and the Millennial Generation
Will the millennial generation make a difference in the church? Will the older generation partner with us and encourage us to be bold and courageous, and to speak truth to power in ways that they might not have considered? Let us know in the comments.
Theology doesn’t begin and end with Romans 13
On Easter Sunday, I joined a Facebook thread where the role of government and Romans 13 were discussed. A number …
How the Church can reasonably respond to same-sex marriage
Well-known pastor and author Rob Bell recently stated that he now supports same-sex marriage. Odyssey Networks posts a new interview …
There can be no necessary evil
We can thank Randy England, author of Free is Beautiful: Why Catholics Should be Libertarian, for this great little video …
Should Christians Support Gambling Laws?
There is no disputing the fact that gambling can be addictive and financially ruinous. In some cases, compulsive gamblers might …
The Apostle Paul and Caesar
Randy England has an interesting article at LewRockwell.com regarding Paul’s attitude toward secular authority. Here is a short excerpt: —- …
Why Government Fails – Public Choice for Everyone
There are innumerable arguments about the legitimacy and morality of government and its proper scope, all of which are worth …
Douglas Wilson tells Idaho to embrace Nullification
Via Tom Woods, we find Pastor Douglas Wilson giving a sermon to the Idaho governor and legislature on nullification! He …
A Faith-Based Budget for the State?
As expected, House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan’s budget resolution (H. CON. RES. 112), which he called “The Path to …
Key Elements to a Successful Federal Budget
Yet another federal budget charade is now in progress. This time for fiscal year 2013, which begins on October 1, …
Budgeting Leviathan
The U.S. government is the largest and most powerful government in the history of the world. But that stature comes …
Debating Christian Libertarianism
I have historically been a fan of the Acton Institute. Their site has been on LCC’s blogroll for quite a …
Should Christians Support the War on Drugs?
Televangelist and founder of the Christian Coalition Pat Robertson, with whom I have major theological, philosophical, and political differences, recently …
“It is Dangerous to be Right when the Government is Wrong” Book Review
Review of Andrew Napolitano, It is Dangerous to be Right When the Government is Wrong: The Case for Personal Freedom …
News of the Week
Recapping the interesting and significant news of this past week. From the nanny-state department… The Feds have now mandated that …
News of the Week: The Great Gibson Guitar Raid
Recapping the interesting and significant news of this past week. Last week I mentioned that I would be defending my …