If Men Were Angels - AC068

If Men Were Angels - AC068

Author: AnarchoChristian March 5, 2021 Duration: 30:41

James Madison famously said, "If men were angels, no government would be necessary." Let's dive into this statement to see what it means, and if it is true.

AnarchoChristian Resources:
(More from Sproul) EP 32 - Statism -
https://www.anarchochristian.com/ac032-statism/
The Christian Roots of Voluntaryism -
https://www.anarchochristian.com/voluntaryism-and-its-christian-roots-009/ 


Additional resources:
Free Federalist Papers online -
https://guides.loc.gov/federalist-papers/full-text
Free Anti-Federalist Papers online -
http://resources.utulsa.edu/law/classes/rice/Constitutional/AntiFederalist/antifed.htm
Free Chaos Theory by Bob Murphy -
https://mises.org/library/chaos-theory
Who Invented the TULIP -
https://www.timothypauljones.com/proof-invented-tulip-part-2/
R.C. Sproul's article on Total Depravity -
https://www.ligonier.org/blog/tulip-and-reformed-theology-total-depravity/

Amazon links:
The Federalist Papers - https://amzn.to/2NJTkJv
The Anti-Federalist Papers - https://amzn.to/380CYTw
Chaos Theory by Bob Murphy - https://amzn.to/3q4YuMX
Bondage of the Will by Martin Luther - https://amzn.to/3dW8R3q 
Institutes of the Christian Religion by John Calvin - https://amzn.to/2Ob2Dlm 
City of God by Saint Augustine - https://amzn.to/3sIZE2n 
The Confessions of Saint Augustine - https://amzn.to/3q4YQmL
The Holiness of God by RC Sproul - https://amzn.to/3uITotx Reformed Theology by RC Sproul - https://amzn.to/2MBLD7o 

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At its heart, AnarchoChristian is a deep and often challenging exploration of what it means to live a faithful life within-or perhaps apart from-the structures of earthly power. This podcast carefully examines the tension between ultimate allegiance to divine authority and the demands of modern political systems. Each episode delves into scriptural teachings and historical context, questioning how contemporary social and political "state worship" shapes, and often conflicts with, core Christian convictions. The conversation isn't about partisan politics, but rather a fundamental re-evaluation of where a believer's primary loyalty must lie. Through thoughtful dialogue and scriptural analysis, the host unpacks the radical idea of "No king but Christ," moving it from a historical slogan to a practical, daily consideration. Listeners will encounter a perspective that pushes beyond conventional religious-political alliances, inviting them to scrutinize long-held assumptions about citizenship, obedience, and kingdom. The AnarchoChristian podcast provides a unique space for those who feel that disconnect between faith and state, offering a rigorous, biblically grounded framework for navigating that complex relationship. It’s for anyone who has ever wondered if the demands of God and the demands of government can truly be reconciled, or if a more profound, scriptural separation is called for.
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