UBC Beavercreek - Cultural Commentary

Can Christians vote for a non-Christian candidate?

In this episode of the Cultural Commentary Podcast, Jesse and Pastor Jason are joined by Dr. Glen Duerr, professor of history and government at Cedarville University and Beavercreek city councilman, to discuss how Christians should approach voting from a biblical perspective. From what Scripture teaches about God's purpose for government to how believers should evaluate candidates who don't share their faith, they explore how Christians can navigate difficult choices at the ballot box while keeping their hope in God. Together, they discuss:

What the Bible teaches about God's purpose for government and the role of elected officials.

Whether Christians are biblically required to vote and how voting can be a way to love our neighbors.

How Christians should navigate their conscience when choosing whether or how to vote.

Whether Christians can vote for non-Christian candidates.

Why a candidate's character, competence, worldview, and commitment to biblical principles matter.

How Christians can evaluate candidates in state and local elections.

Why believers should prioritize their identity in Christ over their political affiliations.

The importance of praying for government leaders and trusting God's sovereignty, regardless of election results.

Ultimately, this conversation is a reminder that Christians should approach voting with biblical wisdom, carefully consider the candidates before them, and remember that their ultimate hope is in Jesus Christ—not political leaders or election outcomes. How should followers of Jesus navigate difficult political choices while remaining faithful to Scripture? Join Jesse, Pastor Jason, and Dr. Glen Duerr as they explore these questions through a biblical perspective.

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RESOURCES:

How toThink Biblically about Voting During a Political Election https://www.ubcbeavercreek.com/positi...

When Politics Becomes an Idol: Five Warning Signs for Christians https://churchleaders.com/pastors/222...

How should Christians respond to the death penalty and the public execution of Nidal Hasan? In this episode of the Cultural Commentary Podcast, Jesse Jackson and Pastor Jason are joined by Tim West, a University Baptist elder and retired Air Force colonel, to discuss capital punishment and the proposed livestream of Hasan’s execution through a biblical perspective. From what Scripture teaches about justice and the sanctity of human life to the dangers of bloodlust and the importance of mercy, they explore how Christians can think carefully about a difficult cultural issue. Together, they discuss:

The background of Nidal Hasan’s conviction and the proposed livestream of his execution

What the Bible teaches about capital punishment, justice, and the authority of government

How Christians can reconcile being pro-life with supporting the death penalty

What Jesus’ response to the woman caught in adultery teaches us about mercy and justice

The difference between righteous justice and sinful bloodlust

Whether Christians should watch a public execution and how graphic content can affect us

Three important lessons Christians should take away about God’s justice, mercy, and the gospel

Ultimately, this conversation is a reminder that Christians must distinguish between righteous justice and sinful bloodlust while remembering that justice and mercy are both found in Jesus Christ. How should followers of Jesus respond to difficult questions about capital punishment, public executions, and forgiveness? Join Jesse, Pastor Jason, and Tim as they turn to Scripture for biblical wisdom on these challenging issues.

Have questions about current cultural events you'd like us to discuss? Send your questions to [email protected].

In this episode of the Cultural Commentary Podcast, Jesse Jackson and Pastor Jason Wing discuss the Caleb Flynn case and what Christians can learn from it through a biblical perspective. From the devastating consequences of sin to the challenge of extending forgiveness, they look beyond the headlines to consider what Scripture teaches us about faith, repentance, and the gospel. Together, they discuss:

The basic facts of the Caleb Flynn trial and why this case has captured so much attention

The biblical passages that came to mind while following the trial

How to forgive even in the face of devastating sin

How pastors can shepherd a church through a scandal like this

What followers of Jesus should take away from this case

Ultimately, this conversation is a reminder that public giftedness is no substitute for private godliness, and the gospel is greater than a leader’s greatest sins. How should Christians respond when the failures of a public Christian figure shake our faith or challenge our understanding of forgiveness? Join Jesse and Jason as they explore these difficult questions and consider how Christians can respond with biblical wisdom, humility, and a deeper understanding of the gospel.  Have questions about current cultural events you'd like us to discuss? Send your questions to [email protected].

In this inaugural episode of UBC's newest podcast, Jesse Jackson and Pastor Jason Wing discuss why they have decided to start a podcast to address cultural events from a biblical perspective and what you can expect from each episode. Have questions about current cultural events you'd like us to discuss? Send your questions to [email protected].