Examining the Roots of Liberty and Defending Our God-Given Rights

Date: February 07, 2019
Speaker: Pastor Richard

Description:
This video explores the biblical roots of liberty and the God-given rights outlined in the Declaration of Independence (Isaiah 33:22, Romans 13:1). It discusses the importance of civic engagement (Jeremiah 29:7), protecting Constitutional rights (1 Peter 2:13-17), and standing against socialism (Exodus 20:15). References are made to scriptures like Romans 2 and Ephesians 4:14 on natural rights. The speaker warns of government overreach (1 Samuel 8) and encourages critical thinking (Proverbs 18:15).

Topics covered include:
- Understanding natural rights (Romans 2:14-15)
- Defending the Constitution (1 Timothy 1:8-10)
- Righteous citizenship (Matthew 22:21)
- Rights to assembly and expression (Acts 5:29)
- Dangers of deception (2 Timothy 3:13)
- Rule of law and justice (Amos 5:24)
- Rejecting socialism (Acts 4:32-35)
- Media manipulation (Romans 16:18)
- Limiting government (Psalm 146:3)

Pastor Richard's message calls for relying on faith (Hebrews 11:1) to stand for truth with scriptural courage.

Summary:
Pastor Richard's message emphasizes the biblical foundation for liberty and natural rights (Romans 2). It covers understanding Constitutional rights (1 Peter 2:13-17), critiquing progressivism (2 Timothy 3:1-5), and resisting overreach (1 Samuel 8). Warnings are issued about socialism (Acts 4:32-35) and media manipulation (Romans 16:18). Citizens are encouraged to think critically (Proverbs 18:15), engage civically (Jeremiah 29:7), and defend liberty (2 Corinthians 3:17) against threats like Agenda 21. The message champions limited government (Psalm 146:3), objective truth (John 8:32), and our Judeo-Christian heritage (Isaiah 33:22).