Ethics and Culture

The Protestant/Catholic Divide Still Matters

The Protestant/Catholic Divide Still Matters

“I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting him who called you in the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel— not that there is another one, but there are some who trouble you and want to distort the gospel of Christ. But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach to you a gospel contrary to the one we preached to you, let hi…

Pornography Discussion w/ Heritage Restored

Pornography Discussion w/ Heritage Restored

An X space hosted by Lizzie Marbach discussing issues related to pornography and the state.

Who is Really in Control?

Who is Really in Control?

“Do not call conspiracy all that this people calls conspiracy, and do not fear what they fear, nor be in dread.” - Isaiah 8:12 (ESV)

Who Defines Christianity?

Who Defines Christianity?

By now I am sure that most people have already seen (or at least seen the criticism of) the supposed Anglican Bishop who preached a leftist politically driven sermon (voicing sympathetic support for the LGBTQ+ movement) at the National Cathedral on the day of the inauguration. Everything that needs to be said about this specific instance has already bee…

On The Draft

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November 27, 2024
On The Draft

In the history of western civilization, one of the most captivating passages in the Bible has been 1 Samuel 8. In this chapter we read of the nation of Israel’s rejection of God’s governance, and their demand to be ruled by a king like the other nations. We then read the prophet Samuel’s dreadful warnings against what an unjust and wicked king would do.…

Theonomy in Political Ethics

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October 22, 2024
Theonomy in Political Ethics

***This article is a follow up to one previously posted entitled Law and Gospel? and assumes much of what was already discussed in that piece.***

God's Law and the Sojourner

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September 11, 2024
God's Law and the Sojourner

A survey of the conversation amongst Americans in our day will show us that perhaps one of the greatest priorities voters have is the issue of immigration. Just recently, wild news from just a few hours south of where I live has shocked people from all across the nation- Haitians brought over by our government scrounging up house pets for food (or perha…

Created Equal?

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August 31, 2024
Created Equal?

“And the trees are all kept equal, by hatchet; axe and saw” — Rush, The Trees

Death Penalty- Church and State Distinction

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August 31, 2024
Death Penalty- Church and State Distinction

Despite the overwhelming evidence of Biblical support, from Genesis 9, the Law of Moses, to Romans 13- many Christians struggle with the death penalty, and I believe it is because of a confusion of categories. Many struggle to resolve a seeming tension between the mercy and forgiveness of God they hear preached from the pulpit with the idea of actually …