The Chalcedon Podcast

Rushdoony often noted that Christian Reconstruction was not a movement but rather the definition of Christian action. For the past few decades we saw it explicitly applied to education by way of homeschooling and Christian schools. What's next for Christian Reconstruction, and how should approach answering that question? This is the topic for this in-depth episode of the Chalcedon Podcast. Hosted...

Rushdoony wrote a chapter on "Extraterritoriality" in his volume Christianity and the State , in which he emphasized the importance of understanding the church as an embassy—and we as ambassadors of Christ—in the earth. The modern church needs to better understand this concept so as to truly challenge the culture as a "nation within a nation." Hosted by Mark Rushdoony, Martin Selbrede, and Andrea...

Outside of the Bible itself, no other literature or writer is referred to more in Rushdoony's writings than his mentor, Dr. Cornelius Van Til. It's difficult to estimate the importance of Van Til on Rushdoony, but as their personal history shows, Rushdoony was more than a student of Van Til. He was a defender of the Dutchman, a colleague, and one of the most prolific expounders of applied presuppo...

Godly dominion and Christian Reconstruction are not a "work of the flesh," where men presume to be able to usher in the Kingdom of God through their own works, political action, or any other humanistic means. It is the Holy Spirit who is at work in our own lives, homes, churches, and more in order to enable us to apply our faith and obey God's commandments. In this episode of the Chalcedon Podcast...

In his book Revolt Against Maturity , Rushdoony reveals the paradise motive in humanistic man in which he always reverts back to the power of the state to usher in his utopia. Despite continued failures, fallen man never loses hope of creating a paradise divorced from God and His law. Hosted by Mark Rushdoony, Martin Selbrede, and Andrea Schwartz. 🎧The audio version of this podcast is also availa...

This episode was recorded just after the 2020 U.S. election with a final winner still undecided, yet the climate is still as divisive as ever, and even Christians are caught up in the strife. The Bible has much to say about this because the Bible speaks to communion and community, and Rushdoony addressed the topic frequently. In this episode, Chalcedon's leadership speaks to the crisis of our time...

It's often said that those attracted to Christian Reconstruction are serious readers, and for that reason, much of the growth of CR is the result of publishing books, newsletters, and journals. In this episode, Chalcedon's leadership discuss the joy and importance of reading as well as the unique reading and study habits of R. J. Rushdoony. They also share a glimpse of the future of Christian publ...

In 1965, during a time of rioting, revolution, and a break down of law and order, Rushdoony began the Chalcedon Foundation in order to represent a countermeasure to the prevailing ideas of that time as well as equip disillusioned Christians with a victorious gospel. His writings during this time were especially prescient, and what we are experiencing now is a close reflection of what was happening...

Does the Bible address the issue of abuse? Whether domestic, social, or ecclesiastical, there is physical, emotional, and even spiritual abuse at every level of society. In this episode, Chalcedon scholar, Martin Selbrede, reveals the Biblical approach to dealing with abuse. For several years, Martin has researched the subject extensively and is currently finalizing a massive study on abuse for Ch...

The Chalcedon Podcast - Episode 4 People are crying out for justice, but they're willing to be unjust in order to secure their justice. Mankind has a distorted view of justice, or righteousness, because the do not submit themselves to the righteousness of God as found in His law-word. What do the Scriptures provide us in order that we may better understand and act during these difficult times? Tha...

The Chalcedon Podcast - Episode 3 More citizens are experiencing a pronounced overreach by their local governments which is giving them a taste of authoritarianism they're not familiar with. What they don't realize is that this was always the case. Their liberties were always under threat by the bloated bureaucracy of statism. But for Christians, they must take civil authoritarianism seriously and...

The Chalcedon Podcast - Episode 2 A global pandemic is isolating people, tanking the economy, and expanding the powers of the state. Is this God's judgment? Is this an enforced sabbath? How should Christians view this crisis, and what should we be doing to prepare for the future? Hosted by Mark Rushdoony, Martin Selbrede, and Andrea Schwartz. Learn more about the Chalcedon Foundation at http://cha...

The Chalcedon Podcast - Episode 1 Welcome to the first episode of the new Chalcedon Podcast hosted by Chalcedon leaders Mark Rushdoony, Martin Selbrede, and Andrea Schwartz. Learn more about the Chalcedon Foundation at http://chalcedon.edu