The Breaking Bread Podcast

EP 4. Politics, principles and people


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In today’s episode, we dive into one of our favorite topics: Politics. It’s crucial to seek the Lord’s heart and Word when it comes to any topic, especially one as controversial as politics. Which is why our intention with this episode was not a focus on endorsing a candidate or party (we didn’t mention any candidates names at all, actually), but to explore Biblical principles on politics. Here, we take a deep dive into servant-leadership, the political parties during Jesus’ time, and what are the principles that we are called to uphold as followers of Jesus. 

What we’re going to cover 

  • Everything is political. 

  • Politics during Jesus’ time.

  • Law of the Land vs. Law of the Lord. Which do we follow, and when? 

  • How did Jesus show up as a leader? 

  • What do we do when the options aren’t reflective of our principles, values and people?

  • Putting our faith in political representatives vs. God/Jesus

  • Separation of Church and state? Political values are a reflection of our morals and values which oftentimes come from our religion. 

  • The election has passed. What now? 

  • Bible verses referenced (NT = New Testament, OT = Old Testament): 

    • Matthew 12:1-14 (NT) – Jesus broke Jewish law in service of those around Him.  

    • John 16:33 (NT) – We will have trouble in this world. 

    • Matthew 20:28 (NT) – Jesus gave His life as a ransom for many. 

    • Matthew 20:20-28 (NT) – Greatness is serving  

    • ​​Matthew 23:13–16, 23, 25, 27, 29 & Luke 11:37-54 (NT) – Jesus criticizes the Pharisees.  

    • ​​Matthew 16:1-12 (NT) – Jesus warns his disciples against deceptive teachings.

    • Matthew ​​Matthew 7:15-20, 25:31-46 (NT) – Jesus warns about false prophets.  

    • Luke 21:7-19 (NT) – Only Jesus can save us New testament ​​ 

    • Galatians 5:22-23 (NT) – Fruits of the Spirit

    • Deuteronomy 16:18 (OT) – God calls us to appoint wise judges and execute justice 

    • Isaiah 58 (OT) – True fasting and worship Old Testament 

    • Matthew 25:31-46 (NT) – The Son of Man will Judge the Nations 

    • Let us know your thoughts on today's episode! How are you feeling about the upcoming election? Let us know on our instagram @thebreakbreadpod. 

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