Why Do the Nations Rage? by David A Ritchie
(A much-needed corrective)
This book is unusual for our time and very much needed. The Deuteronomy 32 worldview has not been taught to Christians much (except in Eastern Orthodox traditions) until recently, and I don't think many Christians are still familiar with it. David Ritchie explains this worldview and through it shows the ancient, deep connections between "the powers" and the nations.
In Part 1, Mr. Ritchie introduces the concepts of the "powers," "nations," and "nationalism." In Part 2, he uses the Hebrew scriptures to show the origin of the powers, and show the connection between the powers and the nations. In Part 3, he shows how the apostle Paul understood the powers and nationalistic allegiance in the light of the redemptive power of Jesus Christ. In Part 4, he shows how nationalism conveys its own set of spiritually-charged doctrines that both mirror and distort the Gospel. And finally, in Part 5, he offers practical tips on how to deal with nationalism.
Mr. Ritchie lays out his argument in a logical and concise manner, explaining concepts that have not commonly been taught to modern Christians, but which are explained in the Bible (and which we somehow read right over, not even seeing them or which we read, think “that’s weird,” but we don’t understand it and don’t know where to start searching for an answer).
This book is a much-needed corrective for a church that has lost its way. I recommend it highly.
Go to this site to find out more about his book, the author, and how to order it. https://www.davidaritchie.com/book . Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the author and/or publisher through the Speakeasy blogging book review network. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
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