Theology in the Raw S2 Ep1137: A Christian Libertarian's View of Economics, War, Foreign Policy, and Immigration: Doug Stuart
Dec 14, 2023
Doug Stuart, CEO of the Libertarian Christian Institute, discusses a Christian libertarian's view on economics, war, foreign policy, and immigration. They explore Austrian Economics, skepticism towards authority, critique of militarism, and the role of the church in addressing social issues. They also delve into a libertarian approach to foreign policy, advocating for defensive military use, and discuss the libertarian view on immigration, emphasizing the importance of freedom of movement.
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Economics Revealed A Theological Lens
- Doug Stuart credits studying economics (Austrian school) with explaining why many progressive policies felt wrong to him.
- He connects human agency and subjective value to a biblical view of individual dignity and freedom.
Liberty Defined By Coercion Limits
- Libertarianism centers on limiting coercive power and protecting private property so peaceful actions are permitted.
- Stuart frames politics as a spectrum of authoritarian vs anti-authoritarian power dynamics rather than left vs right.
Favor Voluntary Aid Over Coerced Solutions
- If aid can happen without government coercion, prioritize voluntary, local, and church-led solutions over state compulsion.
- Advocate for opportunity creation (jobs, training) rather than relying primarily on forced redistribution.