How the Voxology Podcast exists to legitimize spiritual deconstruction while centering the beauty and authority of Jesus—and why that journey compels us to address politics. In this kickoff to the new Politics series, Mike Erre (joined briefly by a surprise guest, Seth Erre!) reflects on the origin and mission of Voxology, explains why preaching is inherently political, and sets the stage for a rich dive into how the apostle Paul's transformation offers a model for engaging politics without being partisan.

Drawing on the work of scholars like N.T. Wright and Tim Gombis, Mike begins laying a theological case for why the gospel is intrinsically political—not in the corrupt, binary way we often see politics today, but in how we order society under the lordship of Jesus. Through a Biblical lens, politics becomes about the entire ordering of life together under a different kind of king, and the church becomes a countercultural "polis" reflecting God's justice, compassion, and mercy.

Key Takeaways: • Politics Beyond Partisanship – Understanding "political" in Biblical terms as the ordering of life under the reign of Christ, distinct from today's toxic political climate. • The Church as an Alternative Polis – How local congregations are meant to be communities that showcase the kingdom's values through everyday life and relationships. • How Paul Got Political – Introducing the transformation in Paul's worldview that reimagined salvation, empire, and collective identity through Jesus. • Preaching as Political Act – Why preaching the gospel means proclaiming Jesus as Lord over everything—even the social, cultural, and political realms.

Resources Mentioned: • Tim Gombis – Pauline theology and political implications of Paul's writings • N.T. Wright – Theology on Jesus, Paul, and the political implications of the gospel • Michael Goheen – Reflections on Biblical narrative and worldviews • Book of Genesis – Paul's foundational understanding of creation and covenant • Book of Exodus – God's redemption and formation of Israel as a holy nation • Patreon Page – Support Voxology

Join us as we challenge the idea that faith should stay out of politics and explore what it means to embody Jesus faithfully in a world shaped by power, fear, and division.

As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to [email protected], and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram.

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Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy

As always, we encourage and would love discussion as we pursue. Feel free to email in questions to [email protected], and to engage the conversation on Facebook and Instagram.

We're on YouTube (if you're into that kinda thing): VOXOLOGY TV.

Our Merch Store! ETSY

Learn more about the Voxology Podcast

Subscribe on iTunes or Spotify

Support the Voxology Podcast on Patreon

The Voxology Spotify channel can be found here: Voxology Radio

Follow us on Instagram: @voxologypodcast and "like" us on Facebook

Follow Mike on Twitter: www.twitter.com/mikeerre

Music in this episode by Timothy John Stafford

Instagram & Twitter: @GoneTimothy