Ep. 8: War!

War dominates the headlines. Nations are mobilizing, leaders are arguing, and everyone seems to have an opinion. But what does the Bible actually say about war?In this episode of the Calibration Podcast, Clay takes a careful look at Scripture to explore one of the most difficult questions Christians face in a fallen world. Does God condone war? Why is there so much warfare in the Old Testament? What do we do with Jesus’ command to love our enemies and be peacemakers? And how should Christians think about modern conflicts, including the role of governments and the United States?Rather than pushing a political conclusion, this episode aims to help believers calibrate their conscience. By examining passages from both the Old and New Testaments, Clay explores how the Bible speaks about war as judgment, self-defense, and the restraint of evil—and why sincere Christians have often landed in different places on the issue.Along the way, he also touches on the Abrahamic covenant, the question of defending Israel, and the constitutional debate over war powers in the United States.This is not an episode about choosing sides. It’s about thinking biblically, seeking truth, and wrestling honestly with one of the hardest realities of life in a broken world.