Show notes
Americans are fascinated with politics. How can we engage our communities and neighbors in political topics while we hold to a faith tradition that embraces nonviolence and non-governmental participation? Bryant Martin tells how he was embarrassed about these beliefs in the past, and how he came to a clear understanding of serving society by engaging with it in nonpolitical ways. Bryant outlines ways we can serve our communities and engage well with political issues, while also being aware of the fallacy that America is a “Christian nation.”Reaching America by Gary MillerSidetracked by Gary MillerThe Myth of a Christian Nation by Greg BoydBryant started Sowers Harvest Cafe; find more info here.Chapters00:35 Story from Bryant's Youth07:31 Coming to Peace with Conscientious Abstention10:14 Overcoming the World with the Cross13:30 Preserving Grace21:38 A Vision for God's Global Kingdom23:18 Fear, the Internet, and Polarization29:55 Preserving or Redeeming?34:03 Seeking Political Power is Counterproductive38:26 How to Talk about Politics42:50 A New Christendom?48:15 Charlie Kirk55:45 Living Beautiful LivesThis is the 297th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of conservative Anabaptist life and thought.Support our work at https://anabaptistperspectives.org/donateSign-up for our monthly email newsletter which contains new and featured content!Join us on Patreon or become a website partner to enjoy bonus content!Visit our YouTube channel or connect on Facebook.Read essays from our blog or listen to them on our podcast, Essays for King JesusSubscribe on your podcast provider of choiceSupport us or learn more at anabaptistperspectives.org.The views expressed by our guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Anabaptist Perspectives or Wellspring Mennonite Church.
