Is There Ever a Just War? A Biblical Look at Iran, Israel, and America | The Well Podcast S9E02

Is there such a thing as a just war—and can Christians support military action today? In this episode of The Well Podcast, Pastor Phil and Les process the recent U.S.–Israel strikes on Iran through the lens of Scripture, history, and current events so you can think biblically about war, justice, and government. You’ll hear about: Why God instituted human government and the role of civil authority (Genesis 9, Romans 13). When a regime loses legitimacy by turning its sword against its own people. Christian pacifism vs. biblical self‑defense, what Jesus meant by “turn the other cheek,” and Christ as the returning warrior‑King (Revelation 19). The growth of the underground church in Iran despite the tyrannical regime in power If you’re wrestling with how followers of Jesus should think about Iran, Israel, and American responsibility, this conversation will help you think biblically, pray specifically, and stand firmly for truth. 📌 Episode Mentions: Scripture: Genesis 9, Romans 13 Discover Who Jesus Is: https://abundant-life.com/resources/who-is-jesus-to-you/ Iranian Protestors news clip: https://youtu.be/Dfxqk3K6rUE?si=_BuGrKxI7uhIEvYS 📌 Supplemental Resources: This Week’s Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/live/U6yk2nBRido?si=C7o1XfeVSFD55_9r Galatians Sermon Series: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR50sV854C2hERqKwKXCfBdI-88g3mxoS&si=qfBS5wmqeN-qClWV Connect with us on Social Media ↴ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels Connect with Pastor Phil ↴ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhilHopperKC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philhopper_kc Books & Resources: abundant-life.com/resources Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/ More information on our sermons: https://abundant-life.com/resources/sermons/ Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://abundant-life.com/ More information on our sermons: https://abundant-life.com/sermons/ Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/ Website: https://abundant-life.com/ Connect with us on Social Media ↴ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels/ Abundant Life exists to see lives changed by Jesus by being living proof of a loving God to a watching world.