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124: How Should Christian Morality Impact the Government?

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Welcome to the Theology & Ethics Podcast from the Kirkwood Center! In this episode, the KC team discuss Christian morality in government policy, sparked by Vice President J.D. Vance’s comments on ordo amoris (ordered love). They explore its theological roots, public backlash, and whether biblical principles should guide national ethics and immigration policy.If you’d like to get in touch with us, give us a call or send us a text at (909) 493-7799, or send us an email at [email protected]. Visit us on our website at kirkwoodcenter.org.You can also join the conversation & see extra content on socials by following us on Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube and Substack.If you enjoyed this episode, please take a second to leave us a review on your podcast app of choice. If this episode made you think of someone you know, shoot them a link!#christianethics #christianmorality #morality #biblicalethics #government #ordoamoris #orderedloves #loveofneighbor #moralobligation #churchandstate #kirkwoodcenter #church #christianity #theology #ethics #bibleChapters:00:00:00-Intro00:03:29-Ordo Amoris and Its Biblical Basis00:11:23-What is the Role of a Nation00:16:23-Do Governments have the Same Moral Obligations as Individuals?00:26:36-The Relationship between the Church and State00:35:17-The Role of Law and Its Roots in Christianity00:40:08-How to Apply Biblical Mandates to Government00:46:49-Outro

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