Jesus and the God of War - AC092

Jesus and the God of War - AC092

Author: AnarchoChristian December 19, 2022 Duration: 46:21

"With boundless resources at his command and with infinite power under his control, {Jesus} yet eschewed the methods of the war god." Rev. J. J. Taylor 

AnarchoChristian Christmas Episodes: 
EP 23, Christmas in the Trenches - https://www.anarchochristian.com/christmas-in-the-trenches-ac023/  
EP 47, The Prince of Peace - https://www.anarchochristian.com/the-prince-of-peace-ac047/ 

AnarchoChristian Reading Resources: 
Christmas in the Trenches: The Christmas Truce of 1914 - https://www.anarchochristian.com/christmas-in-the-trenches-the-christmas-truce-of-1914/  
  
Amazon links: 
The God of War by J.J. Taylor, Print - https://amzn.to/3gW2WPL  
The God of War by J.J. Taylor, Audible - https://amzn.to/3gTgRWI  

Other Resources: 
The God of War by J.J. Taylor, Free PDF - https://babel.hathitrust.org/cgi/pt?id=mdp.39076005009464&view=1up&seq=7
Joseph Judson Taylor: Baptist Pacifist by Laurence M Vance -  
https://www.lewrockwell.com/2015/03/laurence-m-vance/man-of-peace/  
 

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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.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 99

AnarchoChristian - Evaluating the relationship between the Christian and the state
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Duration: 1:42:37
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Duration: 1:07:05
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Postmillennialism - AC079 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:23
Did Postmillennialism, an interpretation within Christian eschatology, play a major role in the development of today's statist progressive American politics? AnarchoChristian Resources: Past Episodes on Dispensationalism…
Christianity and Atomic Bombs - AC078 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:11
How should Christians view the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki? Let's go over some important details, war theory, and quotes from significant sources to see if we can get passed the rhetoric and find a view con…
Psalm 33 - AC077 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:52
"Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord," is commonly associated with American symbols like flags, DC monuments, and Independence Day; but which nation is Psalm 33 talking about, and what else does it say about othe…
The Church of Christ and World-Powers - AC076 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:01
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Frederick Douglass on Independence and Christianity - AC075 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:21
Frederick Douglass is one of the few historical figures that seems loved by everyone, but during his day he had some stinging remarks that should still challenge us today. Other Resources mentioned in the show: Fourth of…
The Folly and Madness of War from John Wesley - AC074 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:00
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An Appeal To Heaven - AC073 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:18
"An appeal to heaven," appeared on a flag from the American revolution almost a hundred years after it was penned by John Locke. Let's dive into this historic statement, and see if it's relevant for today. AnarchoChristi…