Christian Nationalism | Dr. Voddie Baucham ⎯ Stand Firm Conference '25 Melbourne

Dr. Voddie Baucham explores Christian nationalism through Romans 13, addressing believers' submission to authorities and the government's duty to God. Dr. Voddie Baucham challenges misconceptions, critiques secular narratives, and highlights the Gospel’s impact on society.

0:00 - Introduction to Christian Nationalism and Romans 13
0:34 - Weakness in Public Theology Exposed by COVID (Romans 13 v1-4)
1:39 - Romans 13 v1-2 (Submission to Authorities) vs. 3-4 (Government’s Duty to God)
3:15 - Government’s Role as God’s Servant and Christian Pushback (John MacArthur’s Example)
6:30 - Historical Context: Obligations of Christians and Government Under Roman Rule
8:07 - Theological Foundation and Practical Application of Romans 13 (Romans 11 v36–12 v1)
10:06 - Refuting Political Extremes: Nihilism, Pelagianism, and Syncretism
12:28 - Sphere Sovereignty: Home, Church, and State Jurisdictions
14:03 - Universal Governmental Responsibility Before God (Old and New Testament Examples)
19:34 - Acts 4: Peter and John’s Defiance of Unlawful Orders
23:03 - Grace Community Church’s Legal Victory Against Los Angeles
24:40 - Misuse of “Christian Nationalism” as a Label to Silence Christians
28:55 - Neo-Marxist Oppression Wheels and the “White Christian Nationalism” Narrative
33:34 - Biblical Call for Government Accountability (Romans 13:3-4)
36:38 - Hypocrisy in Secular Objections to Scripture in Public Life (Gavin Newsom Example)
40:44 - Government Overreach into Spiritual Matters (Social Justice, Hate Crimes)
43:20 - The Real Issue: Opposition to the Gospel and Biblical Authority
45:33 - The Gospel’s Fruit in Christian-Influenced Nations (Freedom and Prosperity)
48:29 - Closing Prayer and Call to Proclaim the Gospel