Faith Seeking Freedom Podcast

Nov 22 2024 51 ep. 7 mins 94
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Your questions about faith and liberty deserve thoughtful answers, and we're dedicated to giving you solid responses so you can live free and flourish. This podcast was inspired by the popular book, Faith Seeking Freedom, published by The Libertarian Christian Institute. If you have a question for us, send us emails at [email protected]. Subscribe, rate, and review this podcast so we can reach even more people with the message of liberty. And of course, you can purchase a copy of the book, Faith Seeking Freedom, at faithseekingfreedom.com

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Ep 51: How do I Influence Friends Who Work in Government?

Nov 22 2024 10 mins  
Cody Cook addresses a listener's question on how to engage friends and family employed in government roles on libertarian issues that impact them. Cody is joined by Alex, a libertarian who works within the public school system, offering firsthand insight into this delicate matter.Alex shares his journey to libertarianism, which began around 2016 while starting his master's program

Ep 50: Is a Christian Approach to Objectivism Possible?

Jul 29 2024 5 mins  
In this episode of the Faith Seeking Freedom Podcast, host Cody Cook explores the compatibility of Christianity and Ayn Rand's philosophy of objectivism. Despite Rand's dismissal of religion, some Christians are drawn to her emphasis on rational self-interest. Cody discusses John Piper's concept of "Christian Hedonism," which aligns self-interest with seeking happiness in God. Whil

Ep 49: Can a Libertarian Accept Government Benefits?

Jul 22 2024 4 mins  
In this episode of the Faith Seeking Freedom Podcast, host Cody Cook addresses whether libertarians can accept government benefits. He discusses the libertarian stance against taxation and redistribution while acknowledging the complexities of living in a state-influenced society. Cody explores the moral implications, citing examples like public roads and medical dependencies creat

Ep 48: Is the Phrase "Taxation is Theft" a Heresy?

Jul 15 2024 4 mins  
In this episode of the Faith Seeking Freedom Podcast, host Cody Cook explores a question from an anonymous Christian anarchist: "Was the Temple Tax a violation of 'Taxation is theft'?" Cody delves into the biblical context, explaining Israel's covenant with God and the distinction between divine commands and human interactions. He argues that while libertarian principles apply to h

Should Christians vote and hold political office or focus only on spreading the Gospel?

Dec 08 2023 11 mins  
Guest host Jacob Winograd addresses the question of whether Christians should vote or hold political office, or focus solely on spreading the gospel. Drawing from the book Faith Seeking Freedom, the discussion delves into the relationship between Christianity and politics, emphasizing that the gospel has real-world implications, making Christians inherently political to some extent

Should Christians ever take up arms in the service to their country or should we be conscientious objectors?

Dec 02 2023 14 mins  
Guest host Jacob Winograd responds to a question submitted by a listener about whether Christians should take up arms in the service of their country or be conscientious objectors. He delves into the definition of conscientious objector and explains the military application process for those seeking to be released from combat duties. Referencing the Libertarian Christian Institute'

How would property rights work under an anarchist society?

May 25 2023 8 mins  
Listener question: In a stateless society, who would protect property rights? It seems like it would need to be a might-makes-right system, wherein those who are not strong enough to protect their property would have it seized from them. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com

How do libertarians deal with Wildlife Conservation?

May 17 2023 7 mins  
Listener question: How does libertarianism deal with the issue of wildlife and wildland conservation? It seems to me, if it weren't for government regulations, a lot of our precious wildlife and wildlands would be gone. How would the "sell the federal land" shtick help conservation? How does the Biblical dominion mandate and stewardship of the planet tie in? Audio Production by Pod

What parts of the Bible are applicable for us today?

May 11 2023 9 mins  
Listener question: How do we know which parts of the Bible are still applicable in modern times and which are outdated? Can we accept the Bible in part or should we accept it in full? If the former, who decides? Is it up to individuals? If so, doesn't that render Biblical truth irrelevant, as everyone can just pick the parts they want to adhere to and ignore others? Audio Productio

What is the purpose of central banking?

Mar 27 2023 10 mins  
The term "central banking" gets thrown around in libertarian circles so much that it's easy to lose sight of it's actual purpose. In this episode of the Faith Seeking Freedom podcast, Dr. Norman Horn offers a clear and succinct explanation of central banking, detailing its history, motives, and effects. Whether you're new to the Austrian business cycle theory or simply want a refre