The American Church: Catholicism & Christian Nationalism (G3's Dr. Scott Aniol) — Grounded Ep. 102

Описание: We catch up with Dr. Scott Aniol since he became President of G3 Ministries. Steve asks Scott a variety of questions, such as the impact of celebrities in the Christian sphere, why are Christians leaving Evangelicalism, Christian Nationalism and a few other topics.

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We hope and pray that Grounded has become useful to your walk with our Lord.

In Christ,
The Grounded Team

00:00 - Introduction and Evangelical Shifts
Introducing the podcast and discussing the trend of evangelicals converting to Roman Catholicism or Eastern Orthodoxy, highlighting a desire for substance beyond contemporary evangelicalism.

01:00 - G3 Ministries Update and Conference Future
Providing an update on G3 Ministries, addressing changes in leadership and the future of conferences, including a shift towards smaller regional events and reflections on celebrity Christianity.

04:30 - Evaluating the Retrieval Movement and Church Fathers
Examining the 'retrieval movement' and renewed interest in the church fathers and great tradition, noting both benefits and doctrinal concerns present in early church writings.

08:35 - The Role of Creeds and Aquinas
Distinguishing between the value of ecumenical creeds and the problematic aspects of medieval scholasticism, particularly the teachings of Thomas Aquinas and their influence on Roman Catholic doctrine.

13:00 - Sola Scriptura and the Drift to Rome
Addressing concerns that an overemphasis on tradition can lead towards Roman Catholicism or Anglicanism, and reaffirming the need to recover the principle of Sola Scriptura.

16:19 - Christian Nationalism and Cultural Engagement
Defining a biblical approach to cultural and political engagement, contrasting it with theonomy and Christian nationalism, and outlining the distinct roles of church and state.

22:30 - The Two-Fold Kingdom and Christian Vocation
Explaining the Reformed 'two-fold kingdom' framework, detailing how Christians live faithfully in all vocations while trusting the gospel, not state power, for societal transformation.

27:00 - The Importance of Beauty and Aesthetics
Arguing for the recovery of objective standards of beauty rooted in God's character, and discussing its importance for individual sanctification, family life, and corporate worship.

33:30 - Practical Aesthetics and Sanctification
Offering practical guidance for cultivating an appreciation for beauty in music, art, literature, and creation, and its role in shaping Christian affections and sensibilities.

36:10 - Conclusion and G3 Ministries Resources
Concluding the conversation and promoting G3 Ministries' upcoming conference, online streaming service (G3+), and other available resources.