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Church and State, Untwisted

July 17, 20241 min read

In this interview with Pastor Ben Wales, we delve into the separation of church and state and its common misconceptions. Many twist the concept to fit their own narratives, but this discussion aims to set the record straight. While some argue religion has no place in politics, it's undeniable that many people's morals are shaped by their faith. Is religion being imposed or being censured in the United States? We're fed up with whoever's trying to pit Americans against each other, aren't you?

Tune in to the episode and decide for yourself.

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About the Guest Interview: Pastor Ben Wales

Show Notes:

Faith and Politics: Navigating Christianity in the Public Sphere

In this episode of 'The Collective Perspective' podcast, hosts Jeff and Travis, along with Pastor Ben Wales, delve into the complex relationship between faith and politics. The discussion ranges from personal anecdotes about faith's impact on life, to the historical context of the separation of church and state, and modern-day challenges of expressing religious beliefs within the political landscape. The episode emphasizes that a Christian's actions, including voting, should align with biblical principles, while also recognizing the diversity of perspectives within the faith community.

00:00 Opening Prayer and Introduction

00:20 Season Overview and Election Focus

01:01 Meet Pastor Ben Wales

01:39 Personal Faith Journeys

04:52 Public Expressions of Faith

07:21 Biblical Perspective on Church and State

13:08 Separation of Church and State in History

26:12 Modern Political Divisions and Media Influence

34:44 Christian Values in Voting

42:28 Closing Thoughts and Prayer

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Shannon Vivar

Shannon Vivar is the Chief Operating Officer of Mix Theory Studios and Executive Director of VitalityXchange.

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separation of church and state

Church and State, Untwisted

July 17, 20241 min read

In this interview with Pastor Ben Wales, we delve into the separation of church and state and its common misconceptions. Many twist the concept to fit their own narratives, but this discussion aims to set the record straight. While some argue religion has no place in politics, it's undeniable that many people's morals are shaped by their faith. Is religion being imposed or being censured in the United States? We're fed up with whoever's trying to pit Americans against each other, aren't you?

Tune in to the episode and decide for yourself.

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About the Guest Interview: Pastor Ben Wales

Show Notes:

Faith and Politics: Navigating Christianity in the Public Sphere

In this episode of 'The Collective Perspective' podcast, hosts Jeff and Travis, along with Pastor Ben Wales, delve into the complex relationship between faith and politics. The discussion ranges from personal anecdotes about faith's impact on life, to the historical context of the separation of church and state, and modern-day challenges of expressing religious beliefs within the political landscape. The episode emphasizes that a Christian's actions, including voting, should align with biblical principles, while also recognizing the diversity of perspectives within the faith community.

00:00 Opening Prayer and Introduction

00:20 Season Overview and Election Focus

01:01 Meet Pastor Ben Wales

01:39 Personal Faith Journeys

04:52 Public Expressions of Faith

07:21 Biblical Perspective on Church and State

13:08 Separation of Church and State in History

26:12 Modern Political Divisions and Media Influence

34:44 Christian Values in Voting

42:28 Closing Thoughts and Prayer

Churchandstateseparationofchurchandstatepoliticsversusreligion
blog author image

Shannon Vivar

Shannon Vivar is the Chief Operating Officer of Mix Theory Studios and Executive Director of VitalityXchange.

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