How Should We Then Vote? (2020)

What is Communism/Marxism and how is it antibiblical? Listen to this lesson to learn how Communism/Marxism began and what its worldview is. Hear a list of books that will help in further study and find out what Karl Marx, the founder of Communism/Marxism, taught. See a chart of the differences between Christianity with its Divine Institutions and Communism/Marxism and find out the meaning of liberation theology.

Links to the books Dr. Dean refers to during this class are available in the slide file.

Why has there been a love for the Jews in America for so long? Listen to this lesson to learn that those who grow up hearing the Bible are imbued with a sense of the Jews’ importance in God’s plans. See the connection between Christian and Jewish Zionism and hear three false claims against Christian Zionism and what makes them bogus. Follow historical Zionism including current events. Appreciate God’s faithfulness to His people Israel and realize that He always keeps His promises.

Why is the United States different from every other country in regard to Israel? Listen to this lesson to begin to learn the historical and contemporary answers to this question. Find out what it means to support Israel and the meaning of Zionism. Hear a history of antiZionism beginning in the early church and continuing through to the 1600s as Replacement Theology began to be accepted. Be ready to continue this important subject leading up to today in the next lesson.

What makes Israel important to all the world? Listen to this message to learn that with the call of Abram, God called out a new nation that was to be a blessing to all the world. Find out that Satan always battles against Israel. Hear the biblical passages where God shows how we are to treat Israel and what happens when we either follow these instructions or disregard them. Recognize that believers must recognize antiSemitism and apply that knowledge as we select the candidates we vote for.

What was the Tower of Babel and why did God stop the grandiose plans of the people building it? Listen to this lesson to learn about the first incident of globalism in the world. Find out the role language plays in uniting people and how confusing the languages created tribes which eventually led to many nations. See biblical references to nations and hear elements that make up a nation.

During this lesson, Dr. Dean referred to Yoram Hazony's YouTube channel for additional information. He is the author of The Virtue of Nationalism. Also, watch the debate between Yoram Hazony vs. Bret Stephens.

Would a one-world government be able to solve all the problems we have or were independent nations God’s plan for mankind? Listen to this lesson to learn the difference between globalism and nationalism and which secures freedom and prosperity for mankind. See what happened when men tried to build an empire in rebellion against God and how He broke up their efforts. Realize that God is the One who authorizes borders and boundaries.

Is it ever right to disobey a law of your country? Listen to this lesson to learn that God establishes governments and we are, on the one hand, expected to obey the laws and respect the office holders. On the other hand, see that the government is not to overrule God’s authority. Hear several biblical examples when people refused to obey ungodly laws no matter what the consequences. As Christians we are to distinguish between laws that we don’t like and those that are actual demands to disobey God.

Why should we have a government? Can’t people just be trusted to do what’s right? Listen to this lesson to learn about the necessity for the fourth Divine Institution, human government. Find out that in order to have a productive civilization it is necessary to restrain evil and sin. See how the first two thousand years of history played out as man’s evil increased, resulting in demons trying to pervert the human race. Understand that it is only through laws and a righteous justice system that mankind can live in peace and prosperity.

Do you want to raise a delinquent child and have a lifetime of heartbreak? Listen to this lesson to learn what not to do as a parent and then hear a number of biblical principles of how to raise a child to be a responsible, productive adult. Find out that each individual has their own volition and ultimately will choose the path they take. See the importance of evangelizing your children and teaching them the Word of God. Understand that children need to be disciplined and corrected in a just and loving way.

During this lesson Dr. Dean read excerpts from a book by Rick Fugate entitled “What the Bible Says About Child Training: Parenting with Confidence”.

Can any group of people band together and become a family? Listen to this lesson to learn that the Bible defines a family as a marriage of one man and one woman and the children that result. Find out that the biblical purpose of a family is to train the children to fulfill God’s mandates. Hear a review of the principles of marriage, four enemies of this Divine Institution, and how it affects the family. As a parent accept that it your responsibility to teach your children to think biblically and to become responsible, productive adults.