The Bad Roman: Christian Politics for Modern Times Reclaiming Jesus From Politics with Patrick Green
Ever wondered how someone goes from being a die-hard statist to embracing a "no king but Christ" worldview? Patrick Green, creator of the 100 Fold Testimonies podcast, shares his journey from a statist Christian to embracing "no king but Christ (King Jesus)".
Patrick's journey is a rollercoaster of faith, doubt, and revelation. He opens up about his Catholic upbringing, his struggles with infertility, and the three-phase process that led to his spiritual awakening. It's a raw and honest account that'll have you questioning your own beliefs.
Patrick's journey unfolds in three distinct phases:
- The Devil’s Barriers to God
- Conditioned for Jesus via Personal Tragedy
- Receiving the Word: Return to God
But this isn't just a feel-good testimony. Craig and Patrick dive deep into the thorny issue of state worship. They tackle questions like:
- Can you be a Christian and still pledge allegiance to a flag?
- What does the Bible really say about government?
- How do we break free from the cult of political idolatry?
Drawing from biblical passages like 1st Samuel 8, they challenge listeners to reconsider their relationship with political institutions. It's a conversation that'll make you squirm, think, and maybe even change your mind.
Craig and Patrick don't shy away from their own past mistakes either. They share cringe-worthy stories of their former media consumption habits and political biases. Remember when you couldn't wait to get home and turn on your favorite news pundit? Yeah, they've been there too.
But it's not all heavy stuff. Patrick introduces his new podcast, 100 Fold Testimonies, and invites listeners to share their own Jesus stories. It's a reminder that amidst all the political noise, personal transformation is still at the heart of faith.
So, whether you're a political junkie, a skeptic, or just someone trying to figure out this whole Christianity thing, this episode's got something for you. It's a journey from statism to Christ-centeredness that'll challenge your assumptions and maybe even change your life.
Ready to have your worldview shaken up a bit? Tune in and prepare to see politics, faith, and yourself in a whole new light
📖For Full Show Notes: https://www.thebadroman.com/show-notes/episode-140
🤝Connect with Patrick:- Podcast: Spotify, Apple, more!
- Email: 100foldtestimonies@gmail.com
💕 3 WAYS TO SUPPORT THE PROJECT: TASTE IT BAD ROMAN SALSA, ADD TO THE BAG thebadroman.com/donate, and share with a friend (it's free!)🌶️
Starting Points and Key Moments:
(0:22) Guest Introduction: Patrick Green
(0:58) Patrick's Background and Testimony
(7:26) Political Idolatry and Awakening
(8:28) Overcoming Evolution as a Barrier to Faith
(10:31) Personal Tragedy and Faith Journey
(18:55) Turning to Scripture
(26:37) Lessons from Biblical Parables
(38:55) Transformation and New Perspective
(41:16) Secular Awakening
(52:48) Comfort and Government Dependence
(56:13) Both Sides of Politics
(59:04) Conclusion and Podcast Information
🔗For more on The Bad Roman Project
- Blog submissions: thebadroman.com/contribute-to-the-blog
- Connect with us on social: thebadroman.com/social-links
- Want to get more involved? Request to join the private discussion group on Facebook (Bad Romans Only!!)
- No King but Christ Network: nokingbutchristnetwork.com