Ep. 80: Christ is King: Navigating Loyalty in a Depraved Secular World

In this episode of The Biblical Anarchy Podcast, I explore the concept of Christ as King and how Christians should view and engage with earthly governments. Delving into Romans 13, I emphasize a biblical understanding that respects authority while critically examining its limits. I argue against eisegesis (the act of reading personal ideas into scripture), advocating instead for a thorough exegesis, drawing out the text’s true meaning. I underscore the importance of loyalty to Christ's kingdom above all, suggesting that Christians can support government structures only to the extent that they align with God's moral decrees.

I discuss historical examples, such as the apostles' defiance of Roman laws that contradicted God's commands, and emphasize the importance of resisting unjust authorities when they overstep biblical boundaries. I urge Christians to focus on what the Bible genuinely teaches about human authority, encouraging a thoughtful approach that keeps faith at the center of political involvement. Throughout the episode, I stress that while governments are instituted by God, they are fallible and must not be blindly obeyed when their actions conflict with scriptural principles.