Dominion theology is the belief that Christians are called to take control of political and cultural institutions to establish God’s influence in society. Watch the full episode
A straightforward look at dominionism—what people mean by it, how it shows up in our politics, and why it matters. We talk through how some Christians think about influence and p
How does some Christian end times thinking turn Jews and Israel into props, skew how people read conflicts like Iran, and blur the line between geopolitics and theological agendas?
What is Shahbaz’s theme? Not to plant this graphic novel in the ground and say, “Here lies Shahbaz”, “He was born on this date and died on this date”, but a theme that tr
Pakistan has the worst blasphemy law in the world. It victimizes Christians and other religious minorities, but it’s also used against Muslims. What does a religious state mean f
A lifelong writer for Marvel Comics, Avengers, Wolverine, and more, who has a military background is now writing a different type of story... Watch the full episode at the link in
In a country where blasphemy can carry a death sentence, Pakistani politician Shahbaz Bhatti understood the cost of defending religious minorities—and ultimately paid it. Fifteen
The Establishment Clause simply means the part of the First Amendment that says that Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion. Watch the full episode here
"You have a militant group that gets introduced, and it´s sort of a defensive group or an attack group. Christians aren´t physically there cause they´ve been driven out by ISIS.
Around 1770, people hadn’t seen much religious violence, and some of them even noted this. What had been really important to people’s conception of religious liberty was centra
"One of the crises we spend a lot of time on right now is displacement. When people are forced to flee their homes, they sometimes flee their countries because of persecution or co
Being detained by federal immigration authorities... These are the people who were invited by the U.S. government, and the administration says we´re not clear on how many people t
"There was a high degree of disdain for religious ceremonies that seemed to be based on superstition; for example, they would identify certain ceremonies as superstitious." Watch t
There are certain topics that, if you talk about them, are so identified with a particular candidate's political party that it becomes inseparable. Watch the full episode here: htt
The idea is to implement these policies in place as guardrails to help them understand how to move forward. Subscribe and watch the full episode here: jmKGqWrvYs?
"Racial diversity also comes with significant political diversity. But as an institution that is just not a road, the leadership and consensus want us to go down." Watch the full e
The idea that you get to kind of do whatever you wanna do and say what you wanna say is really more concept than reality. Watch the full episode here: jmKGqWrvYs?
Many Christians are exhausted by politics—caught between culture wars, partisan pressure, and a sense that something vital has been lost. This episode explores a healthier vision
Foreign aid and refugee policy rarely stay in the headlines—but their consequences can be life or death. This episode looks at the quiet dismantling of U.S. humanitarian aid, swe
The idea of true religious freedom: The freedom to worship any god or sacred idea, or none if you don’t want to, and the freedom from being compelled to worship or support any re
There has always been substantial investment in the infrastructure of the Christian nationalist movement, particularly the New Right. Subscribe and watch the full episode here: htt
"When ISIS left northern Iraq eight years ago, the headlines moved on. But for some of Christianity’s oldest communities the trauma and danger remain. In this episode we discuss
The religion clauses of the First Amendment didn’t arrive with fireworks or fanfare. In this episode, we explore the surprising evolution of the American idea of religious freedo
We're excited to announce a new episode of Just Liberty! We talk with a veteran First Amendment advocate about rulings that have tilted the balance between the First Amendment reli
Christian nationalism is often dismissed as a loose ideology—but what if it’s something far more organized? We talk with a journalist who has spent more than a decade investiga
The saga continues over the fate of the so called Johnson Amendment—a provision in the U.S. tax code that prohibits tax exempt houses of worship from endorsing political candidat
What happens when the Supreme Court expands religious free exercise but sidelines the establishment clause? We talk with a veteran First Amendment advocate about rulings that have
When one group wants to rule another, what preserves Democracy? How does this all work? Connect to Christianity? Learn more in this week's episode of Just Liberty. Watch the full e
Based in the small town of Moscow, Idaho, the Communion of Reformed Evangelical Churches is quietly reshaping national debates about faith and power. In this episode, we trace the
Is the line between AI and real life starting to blur — with real consequences? Join us this week on episode 61 of Just Liberty Watch the full episode here:
As artificial intelligence becomes more personal—and more powerful—it’s reshaping not just how we live, but how we understand what it means to be human. With the growing infl
What does religious liberty really mean? How are we really supposed to interpret it? Join us this week on episode 60 of Just Liberty Watch the full episode at:
What happens if you give a pig wings? Nothing. They still can’t fly. Interpretation of the Constitution becomes a key issue in the future of religious liberty. Join Russo and cat
The Seven Mountains Mandate calls for Christians to “take back” culture by capturing the pillars of power—government, media, education, and more. But when faith becomes a str
Across the country, new laws are inviting religion back into America’s classrooms—reviving old debates about prayer, scripture, and the separation of church and state. The Supr
A 200 year old feud that still affects us today & the echoes of Julius Caesar find out how both of these things affect your daily life and religious liberty in this episode of Just
Long before America split into red and blue, it was divided by the visions of Hamilton and Jefferson. Their battle over power, liberty, and virtue helped define the nation’s char
What if government favoritism actually weakens the religion it's meant to support? Dan Koev presents a surprising finding: in countries where the majority religion receives state s
Dan Koev shares a powerful contrast between American Christianity and what he’s observed in countries like Bulgaria. In the U.S., churches are often filled with committed believe
In May 2025, a new federal commission was created to help shape national religious liberty policy. Known as the Religious Liberty Commission, it was established by executive order
A student punished for a “Jesus Loves Me” mask. A valedictorian told not to mention Christ. Melissa Reid shares why these moments matter—for families, faith, and freedom. u
In a time of moral compromise and political polarization, Pastor Chris Butler challenges us to resist lowering the standard of truth. Whether addressing parishioners, preachers, or
In an age dominated by national media discourse, Pastor Chris Butler offers a crucial reminder: not every headline belongs in the pulpit. What matters most is the lived experience
Does government support for religion strengthen it—or weaken it? New global research reveals counterintuitive consequences for both the favored faith and minority religions. What
The Religious Liberty Commission, created by President Trump, has been hailed as a bold effort to protect faith. Whose voices are represented and is this body presenting a balanced
War in Europe and the Middle East. Political instability across Western democracies. A global retreat from values based leadership. In this critical conversation, Knox Thames addre
When we hear about global religious persecution, it can feel like an overwhelming, monolithic issue. But as Knox Thames explains, breaking it down into distinct types allows for mo
Should churches endorse political candidates from the pulpit? For decades, the Johnson Amendment has drawn a legal line: churches can speak prophetically on justice and policy, but
