The Eikon Podcast

Michael examines the remaining four principles of how Christians might go about engaging in the world in politicized issues and issues of justice.

Michael examines the first five principles of how Christians might go about engaging in the world in politicized issues and issues of justice.

We look at a number of examples and models in today's episode, from John Calvin to the Amish to William Wilberforce, as we continue the conversation of if and how Christians might approach engaging with the world in issues of politics and justice.

Tune in for a quick update on the All Things to All People Podcast, what's next for Michael, including an upcoming sabbatical and a new book in the works (I'll be starting it after the sabbatical), and a new podcast recommendation for the Bible Brew with Daniel Berk.

Jason Alexander takes over the show and interrogates Michael about the two realms, that of the kingdom and the nations. They talk about what the kingdom of God is, how what we believe about the end of all things matters, why there is much more to the kingdom of God and engagement in political structures than striving for mere morality, and how the message of the cross and the resurrection impact our worldview.

Will Archer, Innovative influencer and evangelist in the Potomac Valley Church just outside of Washington D.C. joins us to explain the principles behind a church engaging with their community in a effective way. This is not just a bunch of theoretical jargon. Will lays out some very specific and easily reproducible activities that his church has done that are making a huge impact in their surrounding community. This episode will not just inspire you, but you will walk away with practical ideas of what your church can do in your own area.

Will Archer's Greater Everyday Podcast
https://open.spotify.com/show/6zOea5OspthpS47LjsbYOV?si=NpXAidhuQFaB3fgyczySQQ&utm_source=copy-link

Join me as Otoma Edje and I have a conversation with theologian and author Scot McKnight about creating a biblical culture of goodness in the church, where the church is headed in its response to racial inequity in the world, the role of women in the church, and much more.  McKnight is the author of A Church Called Tov, Reading Romans Backwards, The King Jesus Gospel, The Blue Parakeet, Kingdom Conspiracy, Pastor Paul, The Jesus Creed, A Fellowship of Differents, and much more. 

What is the role for the kingdom communities when it comes to engaging in a two-party, or similar, political system?  Today, we examine the challenge and dangers of the two party system for Christians.

In this episode, Jason and I talk about more recent events in the United States, like the situation surrounding Colin Kaepernick and his actions during the playing of the national anthem, as a springboard to examine the topic of Christian nationalism, using the United States as an example. We will talk about recognizing the elements of when Christian nationalism is present in a nation and what we, as followers of Jesus, can do in response.

Gordon Ferguson, author of Dynamic Leadership, Prepared to Answer, The Victory of Surrender, the Power of Gratitude, The Apostle Paul, Discipling, and many other books,  joins the podcast today to talk about the difference between patriotism and nationalism, as well as how the Christian version of nationalism  serves as a constant danger to the kingdom of God. 

To access Gordon's biblical teaching articles, resources, and much more, go to his website:

www.gordonferguson.org

and his blog:

www.blacktaxandwhitebenefits.com