Ask the Pastor with J.D. Greear

Gospel & Politics: Joseph Backholm

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This week on Ask the Pastor features a conversation between Pastor J.D. Greear and Joseph Backholm. Joseph is a Senior Fellow for Biblical Worldview and Strategic Engagement at Family Research Council. He combines extensive legal, political, and policy experience with a love for the way biblical truth cultivates human flourishing.

A glimpse inside this episode:

  • Politics is the process through which we make decisions.
  • Christians should engage in politics as a blessing.
  • Avoiding difficult conversations can hinder important discussions.
  • Evaluate political choices based on biblical principles.
  • Political parties should not overshadow our allegiance to Christ.
  • Parents should teach children about the complexities of human nature.
  • Election seasons provide unique opportunities for disciple-making.
  • Sober-mindedness is crucial in political discourse.
  • Confirmation bias can lead to being misled in politics.
  • Good politics reflects a love for our neighbors.
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