The Biblical Anarchy Podcast

In this episode, Scott Horton returns to the show. Scott is an anti-war and libertarian author and podcaster, as well as the director of the Libertarian Institute and senior editor for Antiwar.com. Scott was on the show last time to talk about the history of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. This time, Scott is bringing the history of Israel and Gaza. In my recent episode with Kyle Anzalone we discussed some of the basic history and then focused on the current conflict and dynamics at play. Kyle mentioned that the phrase used about the Palestinians is that they "never miss an opportunity to miss an opportunity." When you listen to summaries of the history by Ben Shapiro, he breaks down multiple times that the state of Israel has tried to give the Palestinians their own state, and they turned it down. I asked Scott to answer these claims, and other claims made about the history of the formation of the nation-state of Israel. The truth that Scott reveals is that the Israeli government is not exhausting all options for peace, but rather enforcing the status quo to preserve their hegemony. Listen to the full episode to get an in-depth breakdown of these different stages in the history of Israel and Gaza. Additional Resources: Interview w/Kule Anzalone: https://libertarianchristians.com/episode/politicians-blinded-to-blowback-debunking-the-israel-war-propaganda-w-kyle-anzalone/ Link to the "Martyr Made" podcast by Darryl Cooper detailing the history of the Zionist movement and Arab treatment pre WW2: https://martyrmade.com/ Libertarian Institute Article Pertaining to Scott's claims that the Palestinians are largely descendants of the Hebrew/ancestral inhabitants from antiquity: https://libertarianinstitute.org/articles/tgif-dehumanizing/ https://libertarianinstitute.org/ https://antiwar.com/ Scott's Book "Enough Already" : https://www.amazon.com/dp/1733647341/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860&linkCode=ll1&tag=scotthortonshow-20&linkId=a5eb35979325927537d9e8e9e11744d4&language=en_US The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

In my time podcasting, I've often had people respond to the ideas and arguments I discuss on my show with agreement to the content, but a disdain for the term "anarchy". So, why do I use that word? Do I consider myself to be an anarchist? Well, the truth is, no - I am not an anarchist. But, I use that term for a reason. In this episode, I dive into the history of the development of my platform and why I settled on the name "Biblical Anarchy". I look at the passages in 1 Samuel 8 and Mark 10 is guideposts to what the Bible teaches us about the human rulers and kingdoms, and what being part of God's Kingdom entails for Christians. For more information on what I mean by "Biblical Anarchy", check out episode 1: https://libertarianchristians.com/episode/biblical-anarchy-podcast-ep-1/ The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

War has broken out in Gaza between Israel and Hamas. Innocent lives have been lost, both Israelis and Palestinians. War brings out the worst of humanity, as we see people on both sides engage in collectivism and escalation of violence. War also brings to the surface debates over history and current events, and each side has their own narrative. But what is the truth? Did Hamas just randomly decide one day to attack Israel for no reason other than hating Jews? Has the state of Israel done everything they can to exhaust peace measures and to give the Palestinian people equal rights and protections, or their own sovereignty? What role has American foreign policy played in this regional theater? Returning to the show is Libertarian Institute and AntiWar.com writer, podcaster and editor. Kyle joins me to discuss the history of this conflict and cut through the narratives and propaganda to strike at the truth of why this war broke out, and what we can do to hold leaders here and in the Middle East accountable so that peace can be thoughtfully and urgently pursued so that innocent lives might be saved. Additional Resources: https://libertarianinstitute.org/ https://antiwar.com/ Kyle's Write-Up on the Current Conflict: https://libertarianinstitute.org/kyle/coi-482-does-israel-have-a-right-to-self-defense/ Source on Benjamin Netanyahu Supporting Hamas: https://libertarianinstitute.org/articles/israel-fostered-the-rise-of-hamas-even-after-it-turned-to-terrorism/ Scott Horton on History of Israel/Palestine: https://libertarianinstitute.org/blog/pittsburgh-speech-on-the-israel-palestine-crisis/ The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

The recent events in Israel have added to an already heated discussion around US foreign policy and war. Hamas committed evil atrocities when they launched a deadly attack on Israel on October 7th, 2023. Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared the country is now at war, and cut off electricity and utilities to Gaza. They gave notice to northern Gaza telling them to evacuate as Israel prepared a ground invasion. As this unfolds, the media and politicians are out there making proclamations about how the US must support Israel. Others point to the Israeli treatment of the Palestinians in Gaza and say Israel deserved this, or at least brought this on themselves (the term libertarians use is "blowback". Regarding the truth of this specific conflict, I will be diving into that soon. I have Kyle Anzalone coming on the show next week to discuss the history and current political drives at play in this conflict between Israel and Hamas. But before we even go there, I think I need to take the time to make some things clear. I am Anti-War. And I think the rightful role of the Church and as followers of Christ is to be staunchly, as the intro to this podcast says, against both war and empire. So in this episode, I make again the case for why I think the Gospel message of Christ's work on the Cross and proclamation of the Kingdom of God should lead Christians who aim for their faith to impact ALL of their beliefs and actions to oppose war and be ever vigilant in pursuing peace here on Earth. Additional Resources Discussing War Propaganda with the Libertarian Institute: https://libertarianchristians.com/episode/dispelling-war-propaganda-with-the-libertarian-institute-freedom-fest-2023/ Interview with Scott Horton on the history of American Imperialism and the Russia/Ukraine war: https://libertarianchristians.com/episode/ep-17-ruthless-imperialism-the-rise-and-fall-of-american-dominance-w-scott-horton/ How the Conquest of Canaan and OT Wars do NOT justify modern warfare: https://libertarianchristians.com/episode/does-the-conquest-of-canaan-conflict-with-anarchism/ Interviewing Liam McCollum on the Christian case to be Anti-War: https://libertarianchristians.com/episode/russia-and-ukraine-war-marchine-liam-mccollum/ The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

I interviewed Dr. Michael Rectenwald in this episode. Dr. Rectenwald is the author of twelve books, including "The Great Reset and the Struggle for Liberty: Unraveling the Global Agenda", and is a distinguished fellow at Hillsdale College and a frequent contributor to the Mises Institute. He was a Professor of Liberal Studies and Global Liberal Studies at NYU from 2008 to 2019. He also taught at Duke University, North Carolina Central University, Carnegie Mellon University, and Case Western Reserve University. His scholarly and academic essays have appeared in numerous public journals and outlets, including The Quarterly Journal of Austrian Economics, The British Journal for the History of Science, and the Cambridge University Press anthology. He holds a Ph.D. in Literary and Cultural Studies from Carnegie Mellon University, a Master's in English Literature from Case Western Reserve University, and a B.A. in English Literature from the University of Pittsburgh. Michael recently announced his bid to seek the nomination of the Libertarian Party for President of the United States. We talked about his decision to run, and what he is hoping to accomplish with his campaign. We dived into multiple conversations, including how to effectively engage in local politics, the intersections between Christianity and libertarianism, our similar journeys to libertarianism/anarchism as two former leftists, and how libertarianism offers principles and effective solutions to divisive political/cultural issues such as abortion. Additional Resources https://www.michaelrectenwald.com/ https://rectenwald2024.com/ https://www.michaelrectenwald.com/apogee-bookstore The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

In this episode, I dive into Romans 13 again. I read the passage and summarize the interpretation I and other reformed libertarians have of it. Then the bulk of this episode deals with an alternative take of Romans 13 that other Christians, including (but not exclusively) some Christian anarchists, have of the passage. While I don't entirely agree with this take, as it's often used as an exhaustive explanation, I see it as having merit in describing how Christians generally ought to respond to those who abuse authority/power. My aim is to explain how this passage can be both prescriptive of the moral norms of authority and civil governance while also being read as a teaching about how God's sovereignty means we can trust in Him, regardless of what circumstances we find ourselves in. Check out my other episode on Romans 13: https://libertarianchristians.com/episode/romans-13-and-other-objections-to-christian-anarchism-w-john-odermatt/ Also, check out more about the Reformed libertarian perspective of Romans 13: https://reformedlibertarians.com/episode/romans-13-civil-governance/ The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

In this episode, we have my last Freedom Fest 2023 interview. This conversation was with Caryn Ann Harlos, Secretary for the LNC and host of the Pink Flame of Liberty Podcast. We had a conversation about the role of Christians in politics, and what parallels exist between Christianity and libertarianism. We also talked about the state of the LP and the upcoming election cycle. The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

In this episode, we return to interviews conducted at the 2023 Freedom Fest convention. I sat down with two individuals who discussed their individual organizations in Texas and New Hampshire and their pitch for National Divorce - Texas/New Hampshire Independence. I asked questions based on what the common objections and concerns are to the case for complete State sovereignty from the Federal government, and explored what practical steps the organizations are taking to educate people and ensure their efforts are peaceful and based on libertarian principles. The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

In this episode, I had a conversation with Alex Bernardo of the Protestant Libertarian Podcast, a fellow LCI host. Alex has written a review of Stephen Wolfe's "The Case for Christian Nationalism" and presented his rebuttals in an article for LCI as well as a presentation he recorded for us to present at Freedom Fest this past year. After I finished the book myself and read Alex's review, we decided to sit down and compare notes, and dive into the key arguments for Christian Nationalism and answer what they get right, as well as what they get wrong. Additional Resources: Alex's LCI Article: https://libertarianchristians.com/2023/06/13/the-case-for-christian-nationalism-a-review-and-rebuttal/ LCI's Freedom Fest Breakout Session "The Liberty Antidote to Christian Nationalism" including Alex's presentation: https://libertarianchristians.com/episode/ep-342-the-liberty-antidote-to-christian-nationalism/ Alex and my previous conversation on my old "Daniel 3" podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tXjzzEoegXA My appearance on Alex's show: https://libertarianchristians.com/episode/anarchy-and-christianity-with-jacob-winograd/ The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

Jacob spoke to LP presidential candidate Mike ter Maat at Freedom Fest about his campaign and the issues he is most passionate about. The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

In this episode, we are again airing an interview I did at the 2023 Freedom Fest convention. This interview was with Atheists for Liberty President Thomas Sheedy. He and I had never spoken before but were both excited to sit down and talk, to explore what we had in common, and to explore where we disagreed as well. We found that many of the criticisms we had about each other's worldview were at least understood or partially shared by the other, and we explored the potential ways - as individuals and also on an organizational level - that we might be able to work together to use our different worldviews as an advantage to advancing libertarian principles into the public arena. We walked away optimistic about the potential for libertarianism to be an uniting force that helps promote peace between all groups of people, including the religious and non-religious. The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

In this episode, we are again going to hear an interview I did at the 2023 Freedom Fest LCI booth - this time with Spike Cohen. Spike is the founder of "You Are the Power," a non-partisan non-profit organization with the goal to "empower people to work together to set our communities free, take the power away from government, and put it back in your hands, where it belongs." Spike sat down with me to have a conversation about Nationalism. LCI was at Freedom Fest to discuss Nationalism and Christian Nationalism, and I wanted to get Spike's perspective on these topics. Spike believes that nationalism can be a useful tool in pushing decentralization and pushing back against encroaching globalism and more centralization. Nationalism can become harmful, however, when it prioritizes the good of the collective over the good and rights of the individual, and when that happens, it becomes not only a threat to human flourishing, but a force that is in opposition to what God teaches us through Scripture. Listen in to hear Spike and I dive deeper into these topics and explain why the best people to count on for your freedoms and rights are never those with State authority. Additional Resources: - Check out You Are the Power at their website: https://www.youarethepower.net/about/ - Listen to my previous conversation with Spike on my previous podcast here: https://youtube.com/live/y2Qb7w7zjDA?feature=share The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

In this episode you will hear three different interviews I did at the 2023 Freedom Fest Convention in Memphis, Tennessee. I sat down with Scott Horton, Kyle Anzalone, and Connor Freeman of the Libertarian Institute to pick their brains about what's going on with both Russia and China, and what the imperialistic goals are of the American government and military industrial complex in these still developing situations. Scott gives us a bird's eye overview of where we are as the anti-war movement and how libertarians are making an impact on the culture and national conversation. Kyle and Connor then help explain in detail what specific developments are happening right now, and what lies the media and politicians are trying to sell to the American public and the world. In the face of so much propaganda, what can Christians, libertarians and all of us who oppose war and senseless bloodshed do to stand up to these wicked powers? These conversations hopefully serve to simultaneously educate you while also encouraging you as to our ability to use truth and free speech to curtail tyranny. Additional Resources: https://libertarianinstitute.org/ https://scotthorton.org/ https://antiwar.com/ The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

A common defense of the State and its authority or ability to tax comes in the form of using democracy as a sort of “cure-all” that re-frames aspects of the State that are not consensual or that are backed by force/coercion to be morally permissible. Is this philosophically sound? In this episode, we continue to engage with the Open AI software to explore logical fallacies in arguments made to defend statism, this time focusing in on democracy. Can voting or having representation in votes that ultimately decide the outcomes of people’s lives and property be morally justified? What is democracy, and is there anything special about it that would lend itself towards making otherwise immoral actions moral? What is consent? What do we mean by informed consent? Can consent be given under pressure or threats of violence? Does social conditioning play a role in determining true consent, and what Biblical principles come into play when making these moral calculations? These are questions that we attempt to answer in today’s episode. The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

In this episode, we go back to interacting with Open AI's ChatGPT to explore the relationship between the State and property rights. Does the State exist to protect rights? What about the nature of the State is in conflict with property rights, and what do both the Bible and libertarian/anarchist political theory teach us is normative about property rights? The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

In this episode, I revisit a conversation I had with Greg Baus, fellow LCI and Christians For Liberty Network Podcast Host, on the topic of Sphere Sovereignty, which is a Reformed concept that deals with how God has ordered Creation, and how different types of human authority are to interact with each other. The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

In this episode, I am joined by LNC Chair Angela McArdle. Angela catches us up on the past year of changes and activism in the Libertarian Party, and we also discuss the nature of bold and radical styles vs more pragmatic styles of messaging and outreach from both Christian and libertarian perspectives. The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

Romans 13 has often been cited to support the State, but it's not the only passage that talks about submission to governing authorities. In this episode, I dive into the passage in 1 Peter 2 in which we are told to honor the emperor. What does it mean to give honor, and is honor always the same regardless of the person? Is this passage a rebuttal to libertarian anarchism, or does it have more to do with how we as Christians are to act in the face of persecution? In this episode, we dive into the passage and answer these questions. The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

What is the relationship between the State and our current upside-down culture? How do we raise the next generation to make a more free future? Comedy and podcasting powerhouse Dave Smith joins me to discuss these issues. Dave went from atheist to a believer in God, and Dave uses his personal experience and insight to explore how we can set order to the chaos the State brings by trusting in the power of telling the truth. We also dive into the topic of peaceful parenting, and how this overlaps with both Biblical and libertarian beliefs about legitimate authority. Also watch my previous conversation with Dave on the Daniel 3 Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/live/GZguEkDUeT4?feature=share The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

In this episode, you get to hear an interview of me on John Odermatt's Finding Freedom Podcast, part of the Lions of Liberty podcast network. We talked about Romans 13 and how it isn't descriptive of the State, but prescriptive of the Biblical norms of civil governance and justice. We also talked about other objections to Christian Anarchism and why the connection of Christianity to libertarianism is important. Check out LionsOfLiberty.com The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

In this episode, I react to the speeches and conversations I had at the Take Human Action Tour event I attended with LCI in NY on April 1. The common theme of the event was no one is coming to save us, we have to take responsibility for our own futures. That also means we have to take responsibility for our mistakes, and we have to be courageous and tell the truth, no matter the cost. Additional Resources: - TakeHumanActionTour.com - Mike Maharrey's Speech (Timestamp 01:37:00): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xyPcsSxyHLQ - Dave Smith's Speech (01:40:00): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1K-w00zaTFA The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

In this episode, I debated the Chat GPT Open AI on whether the Bible can make a case for anarchy/a poly-centric legal order. Using a Socratic approach, I managed to convince the AI that not only would an anarchist legal order be compatible with what the Bible teaches, but that such a legal order would probably be superior in many ways to the one we have today in our society. The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

In this episode, I was joined by Michael Heise, chair and founder of the LP Mises Caucus. We had a conversation about the overlap between Christian philosophy and archetypes, and the necessity to start a libertarian shift in the culture by starting first individually, and then working locally through our communities and out into the world. Michael also talked about the upcoming Take Human Action tour which LCI is a sponsor of. TakeHumanActionTour.com LpMisesCaucus.com The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

Scott breaks down the history of US imperialism leading up to the current Russia/Ukraine conflict. We discuss how propaganda, often targeted at being a good Christian or Patriot, is used to sell these wars, and that at some point the evidence points towards America, the government and nation not being the shining city on the hill that it claims to be. Peace doesn't mean submission to tyranny, and that applies whether it is Russian tyranny OR US tyranny. Additional Resources https://libertarianinstitute.org/ https://scotthorton.org/ https://rageagainstwar.com/ The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

In this episode, I have a conversation with Torren Danowski, founder of Don't Tread on Philly. Torren is a Christian who has gone through a journey through his struggle with gender dysphoria, which led him to, at one point in the past, live as a transgender woman. Torren shares his testimony and perspective, and then we dive into the current political landscape to explore where many conservative pundits are going astray in approaching the topic of transgenderism despite having mostly accurate positions on what the Bible teaches about sex, marriage, sin and our identities. Additional Resources: - Torren's Substack: https://tpdanowski.substack.com/ - Don't Tread on Philly: https://linktr.ee/DontTreadOnPhilly - On Twitter @tpdnwsk - Appearance on Daniel 3 Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yBZU8kQVERU - Appearance on Take Human Action Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQFE457LqcA The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

In this episode, I briefly go into my thoughts on the "He Gets Us" Superbowl commercial, & where it gets some things right but some things wrong. This episode's topic will be expanded upon in an upcoming episode with my friend Torren who is a Christian who used to be transgender and detransitioned, to talk about how the church should respond to the LGBT community and movement. The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

In this episode, I sit down with fellow CFLN podcast host Gregory Baus, for a discussion on the conquest of Canaan as depicted in the OT Scripture. Often when talking about libertarian anarchist philosophy or the libertarian critiques of the State, the topic of war comes up. Libertarian anarchists generally take oppositional positions on war, often depicting themselves as being anti-war on the whole. As Christians, our view on war should be, as with all things, be informed by a sound reading and understanding of Scripture. Often then the pushback from the Christian worldview against the anarchist/anti-war position is that God commanded wars of conquest in the OT and therefore Christianity cannot be compatible with the anarchist position on war. Greg and I both take a high view of Scripture and both are self described Libertarian Anarchists. In our conversation we dive into this objection and answer it by unpacking the conquest of Canaan to understand where it fits into God's sovereign redemptive plan, and hope to demonstrate that the Conquest of Canaan doesn't teach us about the glory or goodness of wars of conquests as part of what God has established as morally normative, but instead the opposite; that through a sound understanding of those passages in the context of ALL of Scripture teaches us that offensive wars are today not God honoring but rather rebellion against that which God has commanded. If you like this conversation, make sure to check out Gregory's work on his podcast Reformed Libertarians, a fellow show within CFLN. Gregory mentions an episode of the Glory-Cloud Podcast that may also be of interest (ep. 026) on the topic. Also see the work of his co-host, Kerry Baldwin, at https://mereliberty.com. The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com).

In this episode, Liam McCollum returns to the show to dive deeper into the Russia/Ukraine conflict. We explore the many ways in which American foreign policy decisions over the past few decades have worked to continuously antagonize and provoke hostility from Russia, by repeatedly breaking promises and sabotaging peace efforts. We explore the different perspectives held on both sides of the conflict to demonstrate how war is always a failure to communicate, and increasing empathy and understanding of different people and groups is key to avoiding and diffusing conflict. Each side always feels justified in their actions, and the truth can be much more complicated and convoluted. We must maintain a Kingdom mentality a Christians when we observe these conflicts, and be the voice that speaks out against the war machine that seeks to only increase the power and wealth of the ruling classes, at the expense of however many human lives it costs them to succeed. Additional Resources Liam's Speech to the Montana Legislature: https://youtu.be/sR_gQD2C-Ls Liam's YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@liammccollum Mises Caucus "Ask an Austrian" Series: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1rPkeiAu6Pf3E1Ly9sD25Bvv9EAS74fS Contributor at https://libertarianinstitute.org/ Employed at https://americansforprosperity.org/ Previous Episode Appearance: https://libertarianchristians.com/episode/ep-3-the-foundations-of-an-anti-war-christian-w-liam-mccollum/ The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com).

In this episode, I sat down to talk with Irene Mavrakakis M.D. Irene is a Christian, libertarian, physician, chair and state board rep of Kent County, Libertarian Party of Delaware and co-founder of Liberty Speaks - one of the sponsors of Rage Against the War Machine, an anti-war rally/event taking place 2/19 in DC where anti-war activists will be making demands for the American support for the Ukraine/Russian war to end, and for American interventionist foreign policy in general to be halted. In this conversation Irene talked with me about her background, her organization Liberty Speaks and work inside the liberty movement and Libertarian Party, and the cultural significance of the upcoming rally. We also discussed the Christian perspective on war and how Nationalism often divides us in ways that are antithetical to what Scripture teaches. Below is a link to Irene's organization Liberty Speaks: https://libertyspeaks.world/ The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com).

In this episode, we return to the Internet to find objections to anarchy and decentralization. The specific objections we tackle today are "How would an anarchist society protect people from criminals or from foreign invasion?" As well as "What would prevent corruption or the emergence of warring factions in an anarchist society?” Does the state have a monopoly on law and defense? Or, does anarchism have incentive structures, and mechanisms that are superior? https://mises.org/library/possibility-private-law https://mises.org/library/private-law https://www.amazon.com/Private-Production-Defense-Hans-Hermann-Hoppe/dp/1933550589?dplnkId=a9870401-ea5b-4c3b-b95d-d6fda43bb891&nodl=1 The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com).

In an ever increasingly secular society, Christians often feel convicted to take a stand and use whatever means they have at their disposal to push back against a culture rebelling against God, and biblical principles of right and wrong. This often includes a desire to use the civil legislature, or the state, to pass laws for basing certain sinful actions. In this episode, we try to break down what the Bible says about homosexuality and marriage, and what the Christian response to growing sin in the culture should be. https://corechristianity.com/resource-library/articles/i-thought-christians-were-stupid-bigots/ https://youtu.be/sZsa7_mQT_M The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com).

In this episode, Kerry Baldwin of Mere Liberty and Reformed Libertarians Podcast, fellow LCI/Christians for Liberty Network contributor joins the show. This is a conversation we had about the the overturning of Roe vs Wade, and what the Christian Libertarian and Anarchist positions are on abortion and enforcement of abortion and other matters. We also discussed different theories of justice and enforcement and explored what ideas are most consistent with what the Bible teaches us about these subjects. Check out Kerry's work at : https://libertarianchristians.com/shows/reformed-libertarians-podcast/ https://mereliberty.com The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com).

This Christmas themed episode dives into the lyrics to the Christmas Hymn "O Come O Come Emmanuel" and the scriptures the song references to explore what themes and lessons we should glean from them and what Christians should pray for and be led to think and feel during the Christmas season. What does it mean for us to be a light to the world? What does it mean that Jesus is our Prince of Peace? The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com).

What does it mean to render unto Caesar what is Caesar's? As Christians are we called to pay our taxes, and if so, is that because taxation is what God has established as the morally just mechanism for funding public services in society? In this episode we dive into the Matthew 22 passage this phrase is sourced from, and seek to use historical and theological context to explain what this passage is actually saying, not what proponents of the state have twisted it to mean. The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com).

On this episode I had a conversation with Greg, the Secretary of the Libertarian Party Sober Caucus. Drew, the founder, started the LPSC in early 2021 to combat the state and how it actively works against recovery. Most of the leadership of the LPSC come from places of addiction themselves and are compassionate to the struggle. At the same time, however, they are against prohibition and believe a freer market can help more than hurt. A summary of their mission as said by the founder: "We as members of the Sober Caucus; feel from our personal experience, along with a plethora of data that the "War on Drugs' has been a failed endeavor costing trillions of dollars, countless lives, and untold damage to families. Our purpose as the Sober Caucus is to empower individuals using Libertarian principles and policies to encourage a sober lifestyle. We encourage the legality of safe use and distribution of all mood and mind altering substances. We would like to see the end of the draconian 'War on Drugs' in our lifetime. It is a gross miscarriage of justice to cage people who pursue happiness by their own means. It is also equally heinous to punish those seeking to self-medicate physical and/or mental illnesses by all means available to them. "We seek Free Market mechanisms to empower domestic entrepreneurship supply, processing, and distribution ending the dangers currently faced with prohibition. These policies will create accountability for producers and mitigate violence of criminal enterprise in the black market. "Whereas the 'War on Drugs' has caused more damage than the drugs themselves, we seek to eliminate any legislation pursuing criminal charges against individuals for possession, use, manufacture, and distribution. It is time to surrender to reality and end the theft of liberty over victimless crime." Greg and I explored these ideas and further elaborated on the intersection between freedom and sobriety. The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com).

In this episode, we take to the Internet to take on what other Christian thinkers have said about the compatibility of Christianity and anarchy based on what the Bible says. Specifically, a common argument that anarchy is chaos and a void of law and order, and thus incompatible with what the Bible teaches about authority in government, is made in an article by gotquestions.org. Are they right? Or, is there some misunderstandings about what anarchy is, and what passages in the Bible pertaining to these topics are instructing? Jump into the episode to find out! Link to Got Questions Article: https://www.gotquestions.org/Bible-anarchy.html The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com).

Property Rights - why are they foundational to understanding how we are to love our neighbor? Why is the economy something Christians should care about, and what does the Bible say about property rights and the economy? In today's episode, the first in a series on Biblical Economics, we seek to answer the question of where value comes from, and what do we owe people/what is Biblically normative when it comes to trade, rights and value? To answer this, we dive into Matthew 20: the Parable of the Vineyard Workers. The Biblical Anarchy Podcast (https://BiblicalAnarchyPodcast.com) is part of the Christians For Liberty Network (https://christiansforliberty.net), a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute (https://libertarianchristians.com). Check out Jacob's other podcast at: https://daniel318.com Get the book Faith Seeking Freedom at: https://libertarianchristians.com/store/faith-seeking-freedom

Can Christians support war while upholding the Scriptures? What should Christians be saying and praying for regarding the conflict between Russia and Ukraine? Today we dive into this topic with guest Liam McCollum. Liam McCollum is a graduate from the University of Montana’s philosophy and journalism programs and is the host of The Liam McCollum Show, a series of interviews covering topics ranging from Christianity, libertarianism, foreign policy, and local politics in Montana. His writings have been published in the Foundation for Economic Education, the Libertarian Institute, AntiWar.com, and LPMisesCaucus.com. He is a Libertarian Party Mises Caucus organizer in Montana and is the Social Media director for the Montana Libertarian Party. He is also the manager for the LP Mises Caucus’s new Ask An Austrian series. https://linktr.ee/liammccollum The Biblical Anarchy Podcast is part of the Christians For Liberty Network, a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute.

In this episode we, dive into the temptation of control that plagues mankind, a theme that is so embedded in our existence that it permeates our literature, movies, and culture. We dive into the Bible to see examples of this temptation and how it can be traced all the way back to the garden and the fall itself. Does the Bible teach us to control and dominate the world around us, or to relinquish control to God and to be servants? We attempt to answer those questions in this dive into the Scriptures. The Biblical Anarchy Podcast is part of the Christians For Liberty Network, a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute.

What does the Bible teach us about governance, authority and human relationships? What is Anarchy? Is it violent revolutionaries or radical pacifism? In this pilot episode of the Biblical Anarchy Podcast, we dive into these topics and set the stage for what this podcast's focus and goal will be, and I make an opening argument for why following the Bible consistently leads us to reject the State and kingdoms of men in favor of a system of decentralized governance that promotes Christian virtues of social cooperation, peace, and true justice. The Biblical Anarchy Podcast is part of the Christians For Liberty Network, a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute.