In memoriam
On this day, not-so-many years ago, over 200,000 people died because an evil man thought it would be politically useful. …
Tag: war
“War is the health of the state,” says Randolph Bourne.
Christians should be against war in all but the rarest of circumstances (even then we should double-check!).
“War is the health of the state,” says Randolph Bourne.
Christians should be against war in all but the rarest of circumstances (even then we should double-check!).
What Happened to the Southern Baptists?
Today we continue the podcast series of the Christianity and War Audiobook, by Laurence Vance. This essay is entitled “What …
Disciple of Liberty by Jason Rink, Book Review
In the world of literature on liberty, books fall into three distinct categories. First are the books for experts scholars, deeper works that address high level concepts, social or economic theory, and philosophical ideas. Next are the books for the informed reader, those that have a working knowledge of libertarian ideas and seek to improve one’s understanding of the philosophy of liberty. Finally, there are books for those just starting their journey in liberty, those who have little knowledge of economics or libertarian theory. Jason Rink’s Disciple of Liberty falls into the latter category, and it fills a particularly useful void in libertarian literature: an easily accessible explication of liberty to the Christian newcomer.
Leo Tolstoy Against the State
Russian writer Leo Tolstoy is considered one of the greatest novelists of all time. War and Peace and Anna Karenina have inspired millions over the last century. Less well-known about Tolstoy, though, is that his interpretation of Christian ethics has had a profound effect upon the world, especially regarding non-resistance and pacifism. In this paper, I will examine the development of these themes in Tolstoy’s philosophy as they appear in The Kingdom of God is Within You.
Theological Traditions
Many people do not like the word “tradition.” It holds connotations of oldness or stinginess, and in our modern way …
Mission Accomplished, Obama-Style
On January 23, 2009 a two-day-inaugurated President Obama ordered his first murder of Iraqis with Predator drones. Now, exactly sixteen months past his inauguration, Barack Obama has failed to live up to one of the simplest measurable campaign promises I can imagine, a complete pullout of Iraq in sixteen months. We haven’t seen one brigade returned home without another taking its place, in fact nearly all aspects of the Federal Government’s Middle East interventions continue to increase in scope.
Podcast: War, Foreign Policy, and the Church (Part 2)
My apologies for being late with part 2 of “War, Foreign Policy, and the Church,” but life happens, you know? …
Podcast: War, Foreign Policy, and the Church (Part 1)
As promised, the weekly podcast is here! In this selection from Christianity and War by Laurence Vance, we cover a …
Podcast: The Unholy Desire of Christians to Legitimize Killing in War
After a major hiatus, the LCC Podcast is back! I am continuing the Audiobook series of Christianity and War by …
Conscience on the Battlefield
Originally authored by Leonard Read, the following dialogue is imagined to have taken place while dying on a battlefield near …
Homeland Tyranny
This article is #10 of a weekly series highlighting the former memes of Bureaucrash, an organization once headed by my …
“First They Came…”
“There is a time for everything,” says Solomon, the wise author of Ecclesiastes. Are we mindful enough of when it is necessary and right to proclaim justice on behalf of others? Let us not be silent when we have good opportunity “to speak truth to power.”
Top 10 Disasters of the Obama Administration in 2009
Executive Director of the Libertarian Party Wes Benedict put together a retrospective of the executive administration this past year. Any …
Podcast: The Hypocrisy of Christian Warmongers
This is the thirteenth installment of the Christianity and War Audiobook Podcast, presented by LibertarianChristians.com. This will be the last …
How to Eliminate War (with the Olympics)
The Olympic Games have historically represented a time of peace for the world. The sacred city of Olympia, the site of the games of ancient Greece, forbade the possession of weapons within its borders. A special “Olympic Peace” was proclaimed throughout the land to allow spectators and athletes travel safely to and from the games.
Architects of Leviathan
By Edmund Opitz Opitz delivered this paper in October 1973 before Hillsdale College students and faculty during “Political Morality: From …
A Peace Prize for a War Hawk
In a extraordinary surprise move, the Nobel Peace Prize this year has been given to none other than Barack Obama …
Book Review: Leviathan at War edited by Edmund A. Opitz
Perhaps the most valid justification of government is its defense of citizens against foreign aggressors. But when governments wage war, a thin line separates defense and offense. And even in a defensive war, governments typically deprive their own citizens of many liberties. Historically, war has done more than anything else to enhance the power of governments and to diminish the liberties of the people. Classical liberals have always recognized the dangers of war and supported policies, such as free international trade, that reduce the likelihood of war.
Podcast: The Christian Axis of Evil
It’s back! This is the twelfth installment of the Christianity and War Audiobook Podcast, presented by LibertarianChristians.com. Many apologies for …
A Quote from Rand to Consider
I ran across this quote in an email on the Christian Libertarian Yahoo Group, and it struck me in a …
Christianity and War Audiobook Roundup #1
Every once in a while, I will post a quick roundup of the latest podcasts so you can catch up …
Podcast: The President’s Prayer
This is the *tenth* installment of the Christianity and War Audiobook Podcast, presented by LibertarianChristians.com. TEN podcasts may seem like …
Podcast: The Wicked Bible and the Wicked War
This is the ninth installment of the Christianity and War Audiobook Podcast, presented by LibertarianChristians.com. Thanks for being patient over …
Podcast: The Warmonger’s Beatitudes and Humpty Dumpty Religion
This is the eighth installment of the Christianity and War Audiobook Podcast, presented by LibertarianChristians.com. Today I have two essays …
Podcast: The Early Christian Attitude to War
This is the seventh installment of the Christianity and War Audiobook Podcast, presented by LibertarianChristians.com. I am particularly excited about …
Podcast: Vicesimus Knox, Minister of Peace
This is the sixth installment of the Christianity and War Audiobook Podcast, presented by LibertarianChristians.com. Today’s reading is the essay …
Podcast: Are You a Christian Warmonger?
This is the fifth installment of the Christianity and War Audiobook Podcast, presented by LibertarianChristians.com. Today’s podcast covers the essay/quiz …
Podcast: Spurgeon on Christian War Fever
This is the fourth installment of the Christianity and War Audiobook Podcast, presented by LibertarianChristians.com. Today’s essay is one of …
Podcast: Gott Mit Uns
This is the third installment of the Christianity and War Audiobook Podcast, presented by LibertarianChristians.com. Today’s essay is entitled “Gott …
Podcast: Falwell’s Folly
This is the second installment of the Christianity and War Audiobook Podcast, covering the essay entitled “Falwell’s Folly.” https://libertarianchristians.com/audio/lcc_vance_02.mp3 Right …