Were The Crusades All Bad? Expert Speaks Out

Pastor Joseph Spurgeon joins the show to discuss the Crusades, uncovering lessons from history for today’s Christians. Explore the historical context of these religious wars, the church and state dynamic, and the martial spirit that drove sacrifice for faith. Can American Christians learn how to discern God’s will, foster Christian unity, and protect religious liberty and cultural heritage through biblical principles? Tune in to find out!

Pastor Joseph Spurgeon is lead pastor of Sovereign King Church in Jeffersonville, IN. He’s the author of 2 books “It’s Good to be a boy” and “It’s good to be a girl” and he is host of The Patriarchy Podcast, where he encourages men to take responsibility and stand firm in their God-given roles.

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TOPIC TIMELINE:
00:00 Introduction to the Crusades and Their Lessons
02:48 Why Interest in the Crusades
06:08 Christian Nationalism Driving Conversation
07:49 The Negative Aspects of the Crusades
09:72 The Blurring of Church and State
12:38 Lessons on Sacrifice and Commitment
19:20 Reclaiming the Honor of Christian Heritage
22:30 Willingness to Defend the Faith
25:35 Discerning God’s Will vs. Human Ambition
31:16 The Role of Unity in the Church
37:04 Church and State: A Delicate Balance
40:07 State Duties to the Church and Society
45:10 Engaging in Local Politics
48:42 Lessons from the Crusades on Unity and Stewardship
52:10 Practical Steps to Honor God in Daily Life
54:10 Guest Closing Remarks
55:33 Closing Prayer