Wretched Radio with Todd Friel

What Christian Nationalism Gets Wrong + Does Your Ordinary Work Matter To God? | Philip De Courcy

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel

Show Notes

Are Christians expecting government to accomplish what only the gospel can? Philip De Courcy joins Todd at the Ark Encounter to examine Christian nationalism and why ordinary life may matter more to God than you realize.

Segment 1

• What serving as an officer in Belfast taught Philip about trusting God.

• When does political involvement obscure the Gospel?

• What should Christians expect from government?

Segment 2

• Can you reject Christian Nationalism and still love your country?

• What are you praying for your children to become?

• How can you serve God in retirement?

Segment 3

• Is your church pushing older believers aside?

• How the pressure to be “radical” may be stealing your joy.

• Can you serve God without leaving everything behind?

Segment 4

• Does your secular job count as ministry?

• Should you feel guilty when you’re not thinking about God?

• Can taking a nap bring glory to God?

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