Vox Podcast With Mike Erre

Explore how the intertwining of faith and nationalism can obscure the true mission of the church. Mike Erre and Tim Stafford delve into the concept of civil religion, using the Roman Empire as a backdrop, and critique the ways American culture has similarly blended national identity with Christianity. They discuss how the Book of Revelation offers a lens to examine and resist narratives around power that conflict with the values of the Kingdom of God. Key Takeaways: Understanding Civil Religion – How the fusion of state and religion in Rome parallels modern America's blending of faith and nationalism. Revelation's Critique of Power – Insights into how the Book of Revelation challenges imperial narratives and calls believers to a different allegiance. Navigating Political Identities – The dangers of political ideologies becoming dominant over our identity in Christ and how to foster unity in the church. Resisting Syncretism – Recognizing and addressing the ways in which the church may have co-opted nationalis