On episode 7 I share my thoughts on the separation of church and state. The state of the American church in light of government restrictions based on the labels, essential vs nonessential. I uncover the original meaning behind the "wall of separation" metaphor and highlight examples of the wall being taken down. Are our leaders acting within their God ordained role, or going beyond their call? Listen in and share your thoughts.
Thomas Jefferson's Letter:
Federalist Blog Article:
http://www.federalistblog.us/2010/11/_defending_jeffersons_wall_of_separation_metaphor/
Examples of government overreach and breach of the First Amendment:
https://www.foxnews.com/us/coronavirus-kentucky-easter-church-service-nails-police-license-plates
https://www.wave3.com/2020/04/12/ksp-records-license-plates-maryville-baptist-churchgoers-out-ky/
https://m.washingtontimes.com/news/2020/may/4/virginia-covid-19-smack-down-means-churches-should/?bt_ee=85r4GfxazcV7NJRa3Eo71fIlMa2TYbcxBFk58OvrKttedIyEspjaZoJF6WWnQKmy&bt_ts=1588602020824
https://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-coronavirus-california/u-s-department-of-justice-warns-california-governor-over-pandemic-church-closings-idUSKBN22W04O
Trump finally recognizes worship as essential:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k51lwHol26s
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