Living In God's Peace Amid Political change with Gary Franklin and Dave Sims

09/04/2025 55 min Temporada 1 Episodio 10
Living In God's Peace Amid Political change with Gary Franklin and Dave Sims

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Summary: this episode of the Revenant Living Podcast, Ben Sims engages in a profound conversation with his father, Dave Sims, and Gary Franklin, the lead pastor at Grace Church. They explore the complexities of navigating faith in a rapidly changing political landscape, emphasizing the importance of keeping faith above politics. The discussion delves into personal testimonies, the emotional responses of congregants to political events, and the necessity of unlearning ingrained beliefs to foster a deeper understanding of discipleship. The conversation culminates in the call for Christians to act as ambassadors for Christ, building relationships across political divides and embodying the values of the Kingdom of God.takeawaysNavigating faith in a changing culture is essential for Christians.The Kingdom of God transcends political ideologies.Emotional responses to politics can challenge faith.Unlearning ingrained beliefs is crucial for spiritual growth.Being an ambassador for Christ means prioritizing faith over politics.Building relationships across political divides fosters understanding.Compassion for the marginalized is a biblical mandate.Church leaders must model a calm and peaceful presence.Discipleship involves listening to people's hopes and fears.The church must adapt to the changing landscape of media and information.Chapters00:00Navigating Faith and Politics01:49Personal Testimonies and Backgrounds02:42The Evolution of Political Perspectives04:55The Role of the Church in Political Discourse07:06Emotional Responses to Politics09:13Kingdom Values vs. Political Ideologies11:15Challenges in Shepherding a Diverse Congregation13:31Unlearning and Relearning in Faith15:59The Impact of Social Media on Beliefs29:32The Impact of Social Media on Church Dynamics34:46Navigating the Role of the Church in a Media-Saturated World37:10Understanding Our Role as Ambassadors of Christ44:07Building Relationships Across Political Divides47:09Resources for Unlearning and Growing in Faith54:37Politics outro55:22New Chapter