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You might just be able to hear the explosion of the fireworks over the explosion of rhetoric upon the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America. Aiming to shed more light than heat, Dad and I discuss The Declaration of Independence (July 4, 1776) from a theological perspective. Civic good is not the ultimate good, but it's not a negligible one, either. We find good reasons as Christians to support the American project, its self-corrections, and onward attempts to attain a more perfect union. Notes: 1. Related episodes: Our Democracy?; Jefferson; Lincoln; MLK; Thurman; Two Kingdoms 16th Cent.; Two Kingdoms 20th-21st Cent. 2. Sarah's short story in which Revolutionary-era Lutheran pastor Henry Melchior Muhlenberg plays the part of a detective 3. The Declaration of Independence 4. Samuel Miller's sermon on July 4, 1793, is found in Political Sermons of the American Founding Era, 1730-1805, Volume 2 4. See also Waldron, God, Locke, and Equality We're in our EIGHTH year— and still fiercely independent. Demonstrate your sacred honor by supporting our liberty of mind and backing us on Patreon!
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Dual Citizenship - Two Kingdoms (Luke 20;19-26) by Edgington EPC
Matthew 22:15-22 Give to the government what is the government's and give to God what is God's. The Foundation Preacher Podcast is provided to you by WELS Congregational Services. The Foundation resources were created to help churches allow the gospel message heard in worship, to echo throughout the week. Listen to multiple pastors discuss sermon […]
How does a retreat discussing Lutheran political theology, the doctrine of two kingdoms, vocation, and the limits of politics shape future church workers? Dr. Rachel Ferguson (Professor of Business Ethics & Assistant Dean of the College of Business/Director of the Free Enterprise Center, Concordia University Chicago), Jonah Witte (rising sophomore at Concordia University Chicago pursuing dual certification in secondary education–biology and Director of Christian Education), and Grace Levitt (rising junior at Concordia University Chicago in Lutheran Teacher Education, studying secondary education social sciences) join Andy and Sarah to talk about how Dr. Ferguson created the idea for this invitation-only retreat at the Kirk Center, what she hoped students would gain from the discussion-based format, how something like this is important for Lutheran church work students, what Jonah and Grace experienced along with six other CUC students, how their experiences will shape how they approach their future vocations, and how they were challenged to think more deeply about these topics. Learn more about the Free Enterprise Center at Concordia University Chicago at cuchicago.edu/academics/centers-of-excellence/free-enterprise-center. As you grab your morning coffee (and pastry, let's be honest), join hosts Andy Bates and Sarah Gulseth as they bring you stories of the intersection of Lutheran life and a secular world. Catch real-life stories of mercy work of the LCMS and partners, updates from missionaries across the ocean, and practical talk about how to live boldly Lutheran. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.
A Tale of Two Kingdoms
Prophets, Priests & Kings: Two Kingdoms Joel Johnson Download
***Correction: Six million Jewish people were killed in the holocaust. Pastor Dave mistakenly said 600,000 late in the sermon*** Thanks for watching! This sermon was preached by Dave Cook at Calvary Baptist Church on 5/17/2026 as part of our Gospel of John sermon series. We'd love to have you join us in person or learn more about who we are.
In this message from Matthew 14, Pastor Karl explores two seemingly separate events — the beheading of John the Baptist and the feeding of the five thousand — and reveals how they are deeply connected as a portrait of two contrasting kingdoms.Drawing on the parallel between Herod's banquet and Jesus's meal in the wilderness, Pastor Karl shows what sets the kingdom of the world apart from the kingdom of God: one ends in death, self-service, and corruption; the other in life, compassion, and abundance. Through the stories of Elijah, Elisha, and Moses, he demonstrates that the disciples had all the history they needed to trust Jesus in the moment — and yet, like us, they forgot.At the heart of this teaching is a simple but powerful truth: you are insufficient, but you are not useless. The kingdom of God doesn't have a supply problem — it has a distribution problem. God has never asked how much you have. He only asks what you have — and what you place in his hands, he multiplies.Discipleship, Pastor Karl argues, always involves cost, courage, compassion, commands, and cooperation. The good news is that the Good Shepherd is more than sufficient for all his sheep.Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 8:00am, 9:30am & 11:00am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm
Christian Identity, Citizens of two Kingdoms - Themes - Peter Baker - 10 May 2026 by Lansdowne Church
Luke 20:19-26 - Rev. Max Benfer
Scott Aniol joins us for the hotly debated topic of Christian Nationalism. Steve and Scott offer their own takes on the subject, and challenge one another's understanding of it. You can learn more about G3 Ministries here: https://g3min.org/ We pray that Grounded is a blessing to you in your walk with our Lord.
Rob and Vinnie continue their series on Church Health, discussing Christians and Politics. In this special episode, the DT Pod replays a livestream from April 2024 with preeminent NT scholar, Dr. Michael Bird. In this interview, they discusses his book, "Jesus and the Powers." Explore the dynamic relationship between the church and the state, delving into timely insights on faith and governance. With Bird's expertise and prolific authorship, this conversation promises to offer illuminating perspectives on the role of the church in contemporary society. Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com Great Resources on the topic of Creating Healthy Churches Jesus and the Powers: Christian Political Witness in an Age of Totalitarian Terror and Dysfunctional Democracies (NT Wright & Michael Bird) https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310162246/ref=mes-dp?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=3sqJa&content-id=amzn1.sym.9986c774-1242-403d-ae9e-f3251eb87773&pf_rd_p=9986c774-1242-403d-ae9e-f3251eb87773&pf_rd_r=5B404QG2HGSM58Z5NB33&pd_rd_wg=PKnk3&pd_rd_r=cbfe0eff-c830-4100-b1cf-4be3b87aab21 Religious Freedom in a Secular Age: A Christian Case for Liberty, Equality, and Secular Government (Michael Bird) https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310538882/ref=mes-dp?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=tMMGN&content-id=amzn1.sym.9986c774-1242-403d-ae9e-f3251eb87773&pf_rd_p=9986c774-1242-403d-ae9e-f3251eb87773&pf_rd_r=RXWQBMVC2Q6JNR9BPQSG&pd_rd_wg=nvqj3&pd_rd_r=1b4cde0b-27a7-46c3-8a49-26bd3e5397a7 A Church Called Tov (Scot McKnight) https://www.amazon.com/Church-Called-Tov-Goodness-Promotes/dp/1496446003/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.4lBAQzf3oJglpTj_7R8NbAeOg0H2oH4CTgx81Cm9okZZVtD9VFcS1uSUfVV2EQm5KZL1himBpHsyFB4D_Gifo4cf1QusTB-POg2TVGG7LdGmQvQa0IB928VE-Lzebn0QaYbWTVGVFLpXeUIBI_xAwisMWdvmpzjWJxaEPeX_KDzkLcEidFqxV9x2KN137nu9_VqW_lpT5_tSt6oq8-Jdy9yqaU0SHRxzumNuhx47RWQ.FqeuaDuA2RxUSi8NLD1Eu9aVNCvxijZDHQxchJMDJm0&qid=1772398542&sr=8-1 Something's Not Right: Decoding the Hidden Tactics of Abuse--and Freeing Yourself from Its Power (Wade Mullens) https://www.amazon.com/dp/1496444701/ref=mes-dp?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=DfllH&content-id=amzn1.sym.476b1b7d-c787-4147-8a3c-fdef209103a1&pf_rd_p=476b1b7d-c787-4147-8a3c-fdef209103a1&pf_rd_r=0KK0SC6CEWNJ2Q64975X&pd_rd_wg=GCNhP&pd_rd_r=79c691b9-0dac-456b-bda2-afdb8d5268e5 When Narcissism Comes to Church (Chuck DeGroat) https://www.amazon.com/dp/1514005093/ref=mes-dp?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=zdSwU&content-id=amzn1.sym.476b1b7d-c787-4147-8a3c-fdef209103a1&pf_rd_p=476b1b7d-c787-4147-8a3c-fdef209103a1&pf_rd_r=WKKWWGSF6Y2GYRHQ8926&pd_rd_wg=mFZQA&pd_rd_r=a6182de3-e16f-4416-9ef7-e30aa5043369 When the Church Harms God's People (Diane Langberg) https://www.amazon.com/dp/1587436450/ref=mes-dp?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=uVPPK&content-id=amzn1.sym.476b1b7d-c787-4147-8a3c-fdef209103a1&pf_rd_p=476b1b7d-c787-4147-8a3c-fdef209103a1&pf_rd_r=CAM1FBFN0J7Y0RS0HF0V&pd_rd_wg=KaJ0d&pd_rd_r=a0246e35-7d3f-4feb-89db-facae6fa4a8a The Subtle Power of Spiritual Abuse (David Johnson & Jeff VanVonderen) https://www.amazon.com/Subtle-Power-Spiritual-Abuse-Manipulation/dp/0764201379/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.gamBi63TclRIVPBxTv-pRuqjLaCH6zHxJg7mfafeeNQBvHmjWjEtqqHFSIN_1Lj7VWyTfWk3PpybZzNXngB61PQXnxSnfqwfEiGYLvolpnFi8EasbYpnJqtfKUbkk1ARz_KF4VVFTdbEaBTGSwwcfvaeU3_MIi3li7ZZ6--eqBOXWaM4f-sakjMeasOH23AhwB4GO4BQg8ffW7LrDWqxeqz_wcKGtWdyDGGWo8G8ixw.QTPRygGaPdlSZ2GR8GtEyG3rlxVNoI9q-tRr0tjybsI&qid=1773085465&sr=1-1 FOLLOW THE PODCAST Subscribe to be notified of our new episodes (each Monday). 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The Bible explains the existence of two kingdoms—the kingdom of LIGHT and the kingdom of DARKNESS. Every person in the world belongs to one of those kingdoms. Pastor Gary describes the territory of those kingdoms and what defines them. They are not earthly kingdoms, but they are real, spiritual dominions. The question is, to which kingdom do you belong?
When does wisdom-driven planning quietly turn into building your own kingdom? And how do you know when “being responsible” with money has started to compete with following God? In this episode we discuss the incompatibility of serving both God's kingdom and your financial ambitions, emphasizing that money often becomes a distraction, or even a barrier, to faith. John shares his personal journey of balancing material desires with spiritual fulfillment, highlighting the dangers of building a "little k kingdom" competing alongside God's kingdom plans. In this episode, John discusses: How easy it is to say “yes” to Jesus while quietly building a backup financial plan on the side Why God’s Kingdom and your own 'little k kingdom' always pulls you in competing directions The subtle, unhealthy mindset shift where security, identity, and worth start to come from what you own, control, and keep Why money so often becomes a barrier to God, not because money is bad, but because our hearts are vulnerable to drift What it looks like to recognize the “kingdom” you’ve been building, bring it honestly before God, and realign your finances with His better plan Key Takeaways: You can genuinely want God’s will and still quietly build a “little k kingdom” on the side, only realizing later that your plans may compete with His. Money itself isn’t the problem; the danger lies in the subtle heart shift where security, identity, and worth begin to rest in what you own, control, and keep instead of in God. The world’s financial system often appears to work—bigger house, better car, more investments, etc. — but over time, the maintenance, payments, and comparisons can quietly begin to weigh you down and pull you off course. Pursuing success without spiritual awareness can come with hidden costs: strained relationships, emotional distance from loved ones, and a growing gap between the life you’re building and the life God is inviting you into. Freedom comes from honestly asking, “Am I trying to live in two kingdoms?” and bringing that answer to God—trusting that He can realign your path, provide what you truly need. “I wanted God’s plan and my plan—His blessings and my stuff, His peace, my portfolio. But two kingdoms never work.” CLICK ON THE LINKS BELOW FOR MORE MONEY MADE FAITHFUL! VISIT MONEY MADE FAITHFUL: https://moneymadefaithful.com/ GET FREE RESOURCES when you join THE HUB: https://moneymadefaithful.com/resource-library-access/Landing-page BOOK A WORKSHOP & DETAILS: https://moneymadefaithful.com/money-made-faithful-workshop-2/Landing-page INVITE JOHN TO SPEAK at your conference, church, or event: https://moneymadefaithful.com/services SPECIAL SAVINGS ON JOHN'S BOOK, 'He Spends She Spends', and the small group guide: https://moneymadefaithful.com/shop FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK: @MoneyMadeFaithful FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @MoneyMadeFaithful If this blessed you today, please Subscribe, Leave a Review, and Share with someone who you believe will benefit from this message!
Preached by Lead Pastor, Rev. Aubrey Spears, on April 12, 2026.
Preached by Lead Pastor, Rev. Aubrey Spears, on April 12, 2026.
In this sermon we look at Matthew 14 and compare the kingdom of Jesus with the kingdom of the world.For more teaching, visit citizenscharlotte.com/teaching
In this world damaged by evil, there are two kingdoms of opposite values. They are the Eternal One's kingdom and humanity's kingdom. As you listen to Two Kingdoms of Opposite Values be blessed, empowered and transformed in Jesus name.Send us Fan MailFor more information and free resources visit our website jesuslovestheworld.info Also connect with us in discipleship, watch our videos, follow us on facebook or send us an email
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A Tale of Two Kingdoms - Phil 2:5-11 - Deacon Casey Solgos by
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Moses, Elijah and Jesus met on a mountain and spoke about the departure of Jesus. In this episode, Mike takes a look at this departure and what it means for us -- for those who follow the Lord. See also: Two Kingdoms, Episodes 12-15; https://www.ancientpaths.faith/?s=two
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The kingdom of darkness isn't fighting the Kingdom of God…it's fighting us! God is ALREADY victorious and we can fight the good fight of Faith knowing that HE is standing up for us! -----Official WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebook
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Steve invited Keith Foskey to have a chat and work through 15 questions about his faith. In this episode you'll learn about the reasons for why Foskey holds these various views. We hope it challenges you in your own thinking behind your own views. Also, Keith is a comedic fellow (who occasionally does stand-up Christian comedy) so we hope this episode is good for a few laughs! Chapters: 0:00 Coming Up Next 0:17 Introduction (Begin More Thorough Questions & Answers Section) 1:11 Question #1 Are you Calvinist, Arminian or Molinist? 3:37 Question #2 Credo-Baptism or Paedo-Baptism? 12:00 Question #3 Eschatology? 14:48 Question #4 Young Earth or Old Earth and Why? 18:00 Question #5 Sabbath or Lord's Day? 19:52 Question #6 What About the Gifts? Continuationism or Cessationsim? 25:19 Question #7 Egalitarian, Complementarian or Patriarchal? 30:30 Question #8 Theological Triage, where should Female Pastors go as an issue? 33:16 Question #9 Regulative Principle or Dancing Bears
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Learning what it means to submit to earthly authorities; representing the kingdom of God well (based on Romans 13)Order this full message on MP3 HERE. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1213/29?v=20251111
Eleanor of Aquitaine, 'the Lady of Two Kingdoms,' was once described as a woman out of legend. The greatest heiress of her generation, she became one of the Middle Ages' most dramatic, celebrated, and controversial figures.
This bonus episode was orginally an LCI Green Room livestream with Greg Baus from the Reformed Libertarian podcast to talk about how all authority comes from God, but divine, church, and civil authority aren't the same thing—and how Christian nationalism tends to blur those lines. We reacted to a Right Response Ministry video (Joel Webbon and others) that said critics misunderstand Christian nationalism and argued the state isn't religiously neutral. They used the Ten Commandments, Psalm 2 (“kiss the Son”), and Romans 13 to claim rulers should enforce not just laws about harm between neighbors, but also laws against idolatry and false worship. Greg and I pushed back hard, saying they were collapsing divine judgment into civil punishment and never gave a real principle for separating sin from crime, which leads to an unbounded “Christian nanny state.” We also critiqued their handling of Two Kingdoms theology, “general equity,” and what Romans 13 means by “evil.” After that, we listened to a chapel talk by Pastor Matt Cotta, who warned that when Christianity gets used for a political project it turns into a counterfeit faith, and that nationalism becomes an idolatrous rival. He drew a line between nations as people-groups and modern nation-states, argued nation-states enforce unity through coercion, and said the church is Christ's kingdom—pilgrims and exiles—so worship itself witnesses against giving ultimate loyalty to any earthly nation.
On this episode of the Princeton Alumni Weekly's book club podcast, Suleika Jaouad '10 discusses ”“Between Two Kingdoms,” her memoir of fighting a rare and aggressive form of leukemia and, afterward, finding a way to rebuild her life and her very sense of self. She also discusses her follow-up, “The Book of Alchemy,” and explains the role journaling has played in her life and her writing. She writes that while working on “Between Two Kingdoms,” she made this discovery: “If you're in conversation with the self, you can be in conversation with the world.” (Find the transcript at paw.princeton.edu/pawcasts)
Learning what it means to submit to earthly authorities; representing the kingdom of God well (based on Romans 13)Order this full message on MP3 HERE. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1213/29?v=20251111
Michael R. Carlino (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) is the Operations Director for CBMW, and an Adjunct Professor of Christian Theology at Boyce College. He and his wife Kylie live with their two children in Clarksville, IN. He is a member of Kenwood Baptist Church where he serves as a Youth Leader. In this conversation, we discuss his PhD dissertation: The Twofold Reign of Christ: A Baptist Approach to Two Kingdoms Theology For more information about CBTS, visit CBTSeminary.org
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that like David, God's Kingdom grows within us quietly, and oftentimes invisibly at first. Humble beginnings are often God's way of working through our fear and insecurity to form a more Godly outcome based on security and trust.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that life can deliver crushing blows. Anxiety, and distress can make us feel dejected, even lonely. But, in our discontent, if we choose to trust God, it will build confidence, knowing that He is building His kingdom inside of us, starting with our hearts.
Today, Pastor Jack teaches that there is a striking difference between sin, and demonic power, and God's kingdom of faith, sacrifice, and divine justice. So, Christians are called to recognize God's purposes, and that way, we're able to identify with David's kingdom.
Whether we understand or acknowledge the existence of a kingdom that exists outside of the Kingdom of God, does not change the reality that the kingdom of darkness is a very real, a very powerful, and prevalent threat to our lives as believers. We need to understand how to overcome and overthrow the enemy who seeks to steal, kill and destroy our lives. We have been given authority over all the power of the enemy, but we need to know how to use that power to be free!
Whether we understand or acknowledge the existence of a kingdom that exists outside of the Kingdom of God, does not change the reality that the kingdom of darkness is a very real, a very powerful, and prevalent threat to our lives as believers. We need to understand how to overcome and overthrow the enemy who seeks to steal, kill and destroy our lives. We have been given authority over all the power of the enemy, but we need to know how to use that power to be free!