An email from a listener sparks a debate about how James, given his (he would argue biblical) views on the state line up with getting paid by The BBC. James deflects and throws it open. But it's a good question: How do we live in a compromised, fallen world. At what point does a godly desire for purity become selfish? (A Meatloaf based subtitle for this episode is also available.)

James has been banging on about this book for a while: Journey to the Mayflower.

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