S5E17 - Threads of Theonomy

S5E17 - Threads of Theonomy

Author: Governed by God April 2, 2025 Duration: 31:06

Based on my previous natural law episode, today I look at possible traces of theonomy throughout history. Theonomy is often accused of being novel or modern, originating with 20th Century theologians such as Bahnsen, North, and Rushdoony. But it seems that an argument could be made that theonomy is much older than that. Were there Christians during the Roman Empire that advocated for greater conformity to the Old Testament civil laws? Was even medieval Ireland influenced by the Mosaic law code? Today I tackle those questions in the hopes of tracing the threads of theonomy throughout history.

And, as always, if you have any questions or comments, please email me at thegbgpodcast@gmail.com.

You can follow also me on Facebook or Twitter, or go to http://www.ericluppold.com/

And if you would like to support the show, please consider becoming a patron!


How should a person of faith understand the world of laws, politics, and civic duty? Governed by God explores that very question, offering a thoughtful and scripture-based examination of civil government and our role within it. This isn't about partisan politics, but rather a foundational look at how biblical principles intersect with the structures of human authority. Each episode digs into topics of law and civics, seeking to frame contemporary issues through a timeless lens. The host welcomes engagement, often addressing listener questions directly in the show, which adds a personal and practical dimension to the discussions. If you've ever wondered how your spiritual convictions inform your view of citizenship, justice, or societal order, this podcast provides a space for that exploration. Tune in for conversations that are both intellectually grounded and deeply rooted in Christian thought, challenging you to consider the intersection of divine truth and human governance.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Governed by God
Podcast Episodes
S3E1 – God of the Climate [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:47
Today I begin Season 3 of the podcast with a look at the recent passage of the Inflation Reduction Act. Does the act really alleviate the anger of Mother Nature, as Speaker Pelosi asserts? Why do we use this kind of reli…
S2E27 – Civil Disobedience and Resistance [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:12
Today I posted Week 6 of the class that I have been teaching at Hilltown Baptist Church titled God and Government. This week I discussed civil disobedience and resistance. When is disobedience acceptable? What level of r…
S2E26 – Biblical Principles of Government [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10:26
Today I posted Week 5 of the class that I have been teaching at Hilltown Baptist Church titled God and Government. This week I discussed biblical principles of government. More specifically, we looked at how Scripture gi…
S2E25 – Stewardship and Citizenship [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:18
Today I posted Week 4 of the class that I have been teaching at Hilltown Baptist Church titled God and Government. This week, while I was away, my friend and fellow teacher Brad Lanning taught on the topic of stewardship…
S2E24 – The Kingdom of God [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:39
Today I posted Week 3 of the class that I have been teaching at Hilltown Baptist Church titled God and Government. This week we look at the biblical concept of the kingdom of God, or the kingdom of Heaven. What is this k…
S2E23 – Boundaries and Broken Spheres [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10:01
Today I posted Week 2 of the class that I have been teaching at Hilltown Baptist Church on God and government. This week we look at how the various spheres of government relate to each other and, at times, overlap. We al…
S2E22 – Introduction to Sphere Sovereignty [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:18
Today I posted my recording of a class I have been teaching at Hilltown Baptist Church titled God and Government. This week I provide an introduction into sphere sovereignty and look at the various responsibilities of ea…
S2E21 – Abortion in the Ancient World (Part 2) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:19
(00:40) Abortion in the Ancient World - Today I finish Part Two of a series on abortion in ancient Greece and ancient Rome. One Jewish historian, Philo, describes in detail the practice of exposure and its affect. While…
S2E20 – Abortion in the Ancient World (Part 1) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:47
(01:50) Law of the Day - "When men strive together and hit a pregnant woman, so that her children come out, but there is no harm, the one who hit her shall surely be fined, as the woman’s husband shall impose on him, and…

«1...678910