#108 Holy Deception: Is It Ever Okay to Lie As a Christian?

It's time to investigate a seldom-explored area of the Christian worldview and philosophy. In this real conversation from the Hammer & Anvil Society, we dive deep into the controversial topic of 'holy deception' inspired by James B. Jordan's book, Primeval Saints. The discussion explores numerous biblical examples of deception used to protect the innocent and fulfill God's plan, engaging in thoughtful debate on the morality of lying within a Christian framework. Key insights, historical context, and thought-provoking questions provide a nuanced view on a complex issue. Men, get real accountability and knowledge to help you become the worldview leader your family and church need. Try out the Hammer & Anvil Society FREE for 90 days. Learn more ➡️ https://hammerandanvil.circle.so/c/join/join-the-hammer-anvil-society ---- Check out our FREE CLASS on 3 Steps for Unleashing the POWER of Presuppositional Apologetics 🔥: https://youtu.be/pZPeyaqGRR4 This video is NOT sponsored. If you want to support this important work, grab your own T-shirt here 👕: https://thethink.institute/store/short-sleeve-unisex-t-shirt-2. ================================== FB: https://www.facebook.com/thethinkinstitute X: https://twitter.com/thethinkinst Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thethinkinstitute LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thethinkinstitute JOIN THE CONVERSATION IN THE THINKSQUAD (Facebook Group): https://www.facebook.com/groups/thinksquad ============================== Subscribe and Listen to The Think Institute's Podcast HERE: 📱 👉 YT: @TheThinkInstitute 👉 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/worldview-legacy-the-think-institute/id1462722483 👉 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4g8oTYyYnwev65BB73lssH?si=319a23f3fba04d86 👉 Browser: https://thethink.institute/podcast 👉 Everywhere Else: https://pod.link/1462722483 ============================== ⏰ Timestamps ⏰ 00:00 Introduction and Purpose 01:33 Exploring Holy Deception 02:34 James B. Jordan's Perspective 05:01 Biblical Examples of Deception 08:21 Types of Lies According to Augustine and Luther 12:00 Discussion and Analysis 24:36 Debate Proposal: Chad vs. James B. Jordan 25:35 Lies We Tell Our Kids 26:55 Moral Dilemmas and Conscience 27:43 Historical Examples of Truth and Lies 34:51 Faith Under Persecution 36:35 Conclusion and Resources 39:12 Join the Hammer and Anvil Society ============================== Here are the ways to learn from us here at The Think Institute: ============================== ⚡ FREE CLASS: Watch our FREE Christian Worldview Masterclass here: ➡️ https://thethink.institute/masterclass ⚡ NEWSLETTER: Try out the FREE email with the best weekly apologetics and Christian insights for worldview leaders here: ➡️ https://thethink.institute/newsletter. ⚡ FAMILY WORSHIP PLAYBOOK: Lead better family devotions NOW with this helpful FREE guide: ➡️ https://thethink.institute/store/family-worship-playbook-5-day-challenge ⚡ CHURCH TRAINING: Bring an IMPACTFUL weekend training event to your church or ministry ➡️ https://thethink.institute/forchurches ⚡ MEETUP: Check out an IN-PERSON theology discussion. Join the MeetUp group and get all the updates: ➡️ https://meetup.com/thethinkinstitute. ⚡ BIBLE STUDY GUIDE: Revolutionize your personal devotions and group Bible study with the 5-step T.H.I.N.K Method: ➡️ https://thethink.institute/thinkmethod