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LISTEN NOW In the words of Samuel Adams, one of the fathers of the American Revolution, The natural rights of the colonists are these: first, a right to life; secondly, to liberty; thirdly, to property; and lastly, to support and defend them in the best manner they can.  Our journey began with the theme of origins, followed by the theme of nature. Tonight, we turn our attention to property. We will explore the biblical view of property, define what property is, discuss how we manage property, and debate whether private property should exist.  We dive into the multifaceted concept of … Read More

LISTEN NOW In this section of Mike Winther’s class on Biblical Principles of Government. Mike dives into economics with the goal of making economics useful to us. We explore the strategies communist leader Khrushchev purportedly advocated for undermining our economy through the gradual introduction of socialism.  Mike emphasizes how societal readiness for change often emerges from discontent with the current state of affairs, suggesting that instigating dissatisfaction is a precursor to change. The lecture covers both microeconomics and macroeconomics, with Mike providing a tangible example of microeconomic principles at play on a deserted island. He discusses concepts such as capital, … Read More

LISTEN NOW Welcome to Section 4a of Mike Winther’s continuing lecture series on the Biblical Principles of Government. In this segment, Mike embarks on an examination of Samuel Chapter 8, focusing on the events following the Israelites’ entry into the promised land, which was preceded by a significant 40-year period of wandering in the wilderness.  This period began after the Israelites sent spies to scout the land of Canaan, and, upon receiving a discouraging report, the majority chose not to trust in God’s promise. Contrarily, only two spies, Caleb and Joshua, remained optimistic and faithful to God’s guidance. Despite their … Read More

LISTEN NOW Mike Winther continues his series of lectures on the Biblical Principles of Government. Today, we dive into the sources of authority. God is identified as a source of authority, a truth we understand through scripture. The Bible is also proposed as the foundation for authority within family governance, as well as in civil and church contexts. If God is not considered the source of authority, then who or what would fill that role? He discusses democracy and the principle of majority rule. Mike draws a distinction between large-scale (big) government and small-scale (small) government, indicating which source of … Read More

LISTEN NOW This podcast is a continuation of Mike Winthers series of lectures on biblical principles in government. This is the first half of the third part. You can find links to the previous lectures below. Mike kicks off this lecture with questions about the nature and challenges of democracy. He begins with some interesting quotes from the book, Financial Reckoning Day.  “Mobs can only hold simple ideas in their minds. Ideas so belittled by the dumbing down process that they are a little more than myths. That was as true of democracy as it was of communism. The important … Read More

LISTEN NOW Romans chapter 13 is constantly used to say that Christians, or citizens in general, should always obey the civil authorities. There’s a whole series of debates that come out of this. When is it proper for a Christian to obey authority? Is it ever proper to rebel against authority? Our founding fathers were constantly debating whether it was legitimate for those with a Christian worldview to rebel against the king. Mike Winther continues his lecture on Biblical principles of government in this recording of the fourth episode in this series. He talks about concepts like power versus authority. … Read More

LISTEN NOW This lecture revolves around the theme of nature. Mike Winther talks about the nature of man and the nature of God. What is the true essence of man and God? He also talks about the nature or essence of government. We are in a battle of world views that include theological, political, and economic aspects. Throughout history there has been a battle of ideas. Mike highlights how knowing ourselves and knowing our enemies helps us take a strong stance on our own worldviews and how they are related to biblical principles. He dives into telling God’s truth and … Read More

LISTEN NOW This lecture marks the continuation of Mike Winther’s series on the Biblical Principles of Government. In the first session, Mike introduced himself and discussed his approach to influencing hearts and minds, the importance of political engagement, and the role of ethics and clear boundaries. He highlighted the Bible’s capacity to guide us through these issues. This time, Mike explores the philosophical and theological foundations of order, rights, and authority, making the case that intelligence is crucial for bringing order out of chaos. He insists that the concept of a Creator is inseparable from the origins of rights and … Read More

LISTEN NOW This is a recording of a class that Mike Winther gave on Biblical Principles of Government. He kicks off the show by sharing his background and how he was raised in a politically active family. He became interested in politics at a young age and was reading works by our founding fathers in junior high.  Mike shares how he got a degree in political science, focused on debate, and had a goal to change the world. He worked in multiple political campaigns with the goal of making a difference and achieving positive change. He discovered that it was … Read More

LISTEN NOW Mike has always loved politics and public policy. His parents, who were very active in politics, surrounded him with political information from a young age. Instead of fiction, he grew up reading political books and eventually earned a degree in political science. He gained experience working in political campaigns and realized that running a successful campaign and electing a quality candidate is only a temporary victory, as elections recur. He also observed a trend towards more liberal views, moving away from biblical principles. Mike concluded that true reform requires focusing on education and changing hearts and minds. In … Read More