cover of episode The Christian Duty to Vote ft. Pastor Jack Hibbs and Fr. Frank Pavone

The Christian Duty to Vote ft. Pastor Jack Hibbs and Fr. Frank Pavone

2024/10/29
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Key Insights

Why should Christians view politics and this election as important?

Because it's a biblical duty to participate in government, and sitting out gives power to anti-Christian agendas.

Why are some pastors silent on political issues during elections?

Lack of fear of God, not reading the Bible, and not equipping congregants for real-world issues.

Why is it important for pastors to speak out on political issues despite the Johnson Amendment?

Because they have a biblical duty to warn their congregations about the consequences of political choices.

Why is California seeing a shift towards more conservative values?

Because grassroots efforts and voter registration initiatives are energizing conservative communities.

Why should Christians vote in this election?

To prevent the death of unborn children, protect religious liberty, and preserve constitutional freedoms.

Why are Catholics more vocal about political issues this election cycle?

Because they see the clear difference between candidates who protect Christian values and those who don't.

Why should Christians care about ballot measures on abortion?

Because these measures could lock states into extreme abortion policies, going against biblical values.

Why is the Johnson Amendment a significant issue for churches?

Because it limits the freedom of pastors to speak about political issues, hindering their biblical duty.

Chapters

Pastor Jack Hibbs discusses the biblical duty of Christians to participate in government and vote, emphasizing the importance of not surrendering the vote to those with anti-Christian agendas.
  • Christians have a sacred trust to participate in government as per biblical teachings.
  • Not voting is seen as a form of apathy and surrendering the vote to anti-Christian candidates.
  • Pastors are failing to equip their congregations due to lack of fear of God and insufficient Bible study.

Shownotes Transcript

Christianity Today has an appalling op-ed claiming that the "most Christian" action this election is to not vote — in a race where religious liberty, the lives of the unborn, and far more is all on the line. Pastor Jack Hibbs talks about the repeated biblical exhortations to take part in government. Fr. Frank Pavone talks about the sharp stakes for the pro-life movement in next week's vote.

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