A THEOLOGY ON THE CHURCH & POLITICS

CHURCH AT HOME –– 10.06.24

Questions to Begin

As we step into this time together, please begin by discussing the questions below before watching the video.

How would you define politics, and what role do you think it plays in society?
How does Scripture inform our understanding of politics and the role of human government?
What has been your experience discussing politics with others, and how do you usually approach these conversations?
Are there any political issues that you feel particularly passionate about? If so, why?

Engage with the teaching

Discussion Questions

For further discussion of the Church at Home either in community or personally, here are some prompts based on the teaching above!

What are your initial thoughts or reactions to what we've just discussed?
In what ways did this conversation challenge or confront your beliefs and actions?
Where did you feel encouraged or empowered?
End the time in prayer:
• Pray for the upcoming election, a smooth transition of power, and a peaceful inauguration.
• Ask for wisdom and guidance for our leaders.
• Pray for the Church to be a loving and faithful witness in our communities.
• Seek peace and unity within our nation.
• Lift up our Christian brothers and sisters worldwide, praying for their prosperity and strength in their faith even as they face persecution.

Resources

In the teaching above, Tyler Miller mentions resources to continue learning how to engage with politics as the church in a biblical way, these are listed below.

Resources to Begin

“Christian Philosophy as a Way of Life” by Ross Inman
“Cultural Sanctification” by Stephen Presley
“Rediscovering Jonah” by Tim Keller
“Republocrat” by Carl Trueman
“Creative Minority” by Jon Tyson and Heather Grizzle
‍“Why Christianity is Good For the World” by Elijah Lamb (THEOSU)
NT Wright on Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast ‍

Church Fathers

Epistle of Mathetes to Diognetus
writings of tertullian
Writings of Justin Martyr
“The Martyrdom of Polycarp”
“City of God” by St. Augustine

‍You can always buy a physical copy, but all of the Above writers should be able to be read for free online at various sites (ccel.org is one option)

Secondary Resources

“Strange New World” by Carl Trueman
“Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self” by Carl Trueman
“Jesus and the Powers” by Michael Bird and NT Wright ‍
“Garden City” by John Mark Comer
“Hidden Worldviews” by Steve Wilkens and Mark Sanford
“Spirit of Our Politics” by Michael Wear
“Before You Vote” by David Platt
“Freedom of Self Forgetfulness” by Tim Keller
“Dominion: How the Christian Revolution Remade the World” by Tom Holland (the author is a secular historian - there are statements made that we as the Church would disagree with, but the thrust of this historical work needs to be understood by any Western person, especially Christians)

Other

Controversial Faith: Church and politics (jon tyson)
‍We Want You Here: Consecration in a Time of Compromise (Jon Tyson)‍
‍Compelling Missional Disciples: Cultural Renewal (Jon Tyson)
‍‍‍The Village Church - Revelation Sermon Series
‍‍‍‍Theological Vision for Ministry (Gospel Coalition)‍
‍The Church and Western Civilization” by Joshua Biedel (THEOSU)
“Western Civilization I and II” by Joshua Biedel (THEOSU)
“Christian Nationalism” by Nathan Finochio (THEOSU)
“Christianity and Politics I” by Jacob Wolf (THEOSU)
“Critical Theory I & II” by Nathan Finochio (THEOSU)
“Decoding Deconstruction” by Nathan Finochio (THEOSU)
“Political Catechism” by Nathan Finochio (THEOSU)

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