Feeling caught in the crossfire of your Christian beliefs and the political turmoil around you? If the clash between your faith and the pressures of national loyalty has left you questioning where you stand, The Bad Roman is here to explore these very issues with you. Craig Harguess, once a neoconservative, now leads this engaging series, drawing from his own journey to understanding that being true to Christ often means challenging the expectations of the state.
At the heart of ”The Bad Roman Project” is the provocative idea that ”sometimes to be a good Christian means to be a bad Roman.” This concept isn’t about defiance for its own sake (the mol tov cocktail version of anarchy) but emphasizes that our primary allegiance is to Christ’s teachings, which can sometimes put us at odds with worldly powers. It’s a call to prioritize our heavenly citizenship over earthly political ties, embodying the principle of ”No King but Christ.” This phrase underlines the choice to follow Jesus’s example of love, service, and justice, rather than aligning with the ambitions of worldly leaders within a state-bound system.
This podcast offers a platform for those who feel the tension between their spiritual convictions and the political narratives that seek to co-opt them. It’s a community for open, honest dialogue about navigating these challenges while staying true to our faith. Through thought-provoking discussions, ”The Bad Roman Podcast” invites you to consider how your Christian journey intersects with the societal structures around you. Join us as we dive deep into what it means to live out our faith authentically, even when it means being ’bad Romans’ in the eyes of the world.
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Feeling caught in the crossfire of your Christian beliefs and the political turmoil around you? If the clash between your faith and the pressures of national loyalty has left you questioning where you stand, The Bad Roman is here to explore these very issues with you. Craig Harguess, once a neoconservative, now leads this engaging series, drawing from his own journey to understanding that being true to Christ often means challenging the expectations of the state.
At the heart of ”The Bad Roman Project” is the provocative idea that ”sometimes to be a good Christian means to be a bad Roman.” This concept isn’t about defiance for its own sake (the mol tov cocktail version of anarchy) but emphasizes that our primary allegiance is to Christ’s teachings, which can sometimes put us at odds with worldly powers. It’s a call to prioritize our heavenly citizenship over earthly political ties, embodying the principle of ”No King but Christ.” This phrase underlines the choice to follow Jesus’s example of love, service, and justice, rather than aligning with the ambitions of worldly leaders within a state-bound system.
This podcast offers a platform for those who feel the tension between their spiritual convictions and the political narratives that seek to co-opt them. It’s a community for open, honest dialogue about navigating these challenges while staying true to our faith. Through thought-provoking discussions, ”The Bad Roman Podcast” invites you to consider how your Christian journey intersects with the societal structures around you. Join us as we dive deep into what it means to live out our faith authentically, even when it means being ’bad Romans’ in the eyes of the world.
King Jesus Unmasked: Christ Translated with Duncan Palmer and Matt Mouzakis
The Bad Roman
1 hour 24 minutes 57 seconds
3 months ago
King Jesus Unmasked: Christ Translated with Duncan Palmer and Matt Mouzakis
Explore a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of Jesus' identity: his kingship. Duncan Palmer and Matt Mouzakis dive into the literal meaning of "Christ" (from the Greek Christos) as "King," revealing how modern translations have obscured this powerful concept.
Key points:
"Christ" literally means "King" in its original context
Modern translations often fail to convey this crucial meaning
Understanding Jesus as King reshapes our view of his role and authority
This perspective challenges our relationship with earthly governments
Practical implications for living under Jesus' reign in daily life
The discussion highlights how referring to Jesus as "King" more frequently, rather than "Christ," could transform believers' understanding of his role and their allegiance to him. This shift in language and perspective has far-reaching implications for Christian faith and practice.
Gain fresh insights into familiar Bible passages and be challenged to reconsider their relationship with Jesus as their true sovereign. This episode promises to be an eye-opening exploration of a foundational, yet frequently misunderstood, aspect of Christian faith.
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🤝Connect with Guests:
Matt Mouzakis'
New Book: Principalities, Powers and Allegiances - available on Amazon
Previous Episodes wth Matt:
"What about Romans 13?"
From Eden to Empire: Deuteronomy 32 & Christ’s Nature with Matt Mouzakis (Part 1)
From Eden to Empire: First Peter's Insights (Part 2)
From Eden to Empire: Romans 13 Line by Line (Part 3)
The Beasts and the Lamb of Revelation: From Eden to Empire (Part 4)
Expedition 44 podcast:
Website: expedition44.com
Co-hosted by Matt Mouzakis and Dr. Will Ryan
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Duncan Palmer
Duncan’s WritingsÂ
https://peakd.com/a/@creatr/b
https://ecency.com/a/@creatr/b
The Curmudgeon's Bible series
Duncan’s Christian Library series
Email: duncan@sharefreely.com
Previous Episodes with Duncan Palmer:
Tyrants be Gone with Duncan Palmer
Translating the Bible – Is the Greek Right?
Other Resources Mentioned:
Bibel Translation: 2001translation.org
No King But Christ network
Bible Project videos on the Sermon on the Mount
Book recommendations: "The Global Politics of Jesus" by Neel Isaiah & N.T. Wright's "Kingdom New Testament" translation
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Starting Points and Key Moments:
(0:22) Discussing Jesus as King vs. Christ
(1:04) Duncan Palmer's return and personal anecdotes
(3:05) Matt Mouzakis's return and book announcement
Matt's new book "Principalities, Powers and Allegiances" is introduced
Brian Zahn Postcards From Babylon
(7:45) Greek translation issues and Bible interpretation
(13:22) Duncan's epiphany about the word "Christ"
(19:41) Antichrist as replacement for Christ
(22:58) Personal experiences with "King Jesus" terminology
(50:20) Exploring the concept of Jesus as King
(1:04:43) The church as God's method of ruling
(1:14:26) Call to recognize Jesus as the true King
(1:19:40) Closing thoughts and resource recommendations
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The Bad Roman
Feeling caught in the crossfire of your Christian beliefs and the political turmoil around you? If the clash between your faith and the pressures of national loyalty has left you questioning where you stand, The Bad Roman is here to explore these very issues with you. Craig Harguess, once a neoconservative, now leads this engaging series, drawing from his own journey to understanding that being true to Christ often means challenging the expectations of the state.
At the heart of ”The Bad Roman Project” is the provocative idea that ”sometimes to be a good Christian means to be a bad Roman.” This concept isn’t about defiance for its own sake (the mol tov cocktail version of anarchy) but emphasizes that our primary allegiance is to Christ’s teachings, which can sometimes put us at odds with worldly powers. It’s a call to prioritize our heavenly citizenship over earthly political ties, embodying the principle of ”No King but Christ.” This phrase underlines the choice to follow Jesus’s example of love, service, and justice, rather than aligning with the ambitions of worldly leaders within a state-bound system.
This podcast offers a platform for those who feel the tension between their spiritual convictions and the political narratives that seek to co-opt them. It’s a community for open, honest dialogue about navigating these challenges while staying true to our faith. Through thought-provoking discussions, ”The Bad Roman Podcast” invites you to consider how your Christian journey intersects with the societal structures around you. Join us as we dive deep into what it means to live out our faith authentically, even when it means being ’bad Romans’ in the eyes of the world.
