Freedom Matters is a weekly podcast to equip, empower, and encourage you in your journey of faith, life, and spirituality. In this current series we ask the question 'Does God Stand with Israel?' and we look at the genocide in Gaza, the life of Abraham, and the New Testament. Freedom Matters today publishes books on spirituality and freedom, and for further information, go to our website. Remember, freedom matters today, because you matter to God.
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Israel has three options going into the future. first eternal war under American colonial guidance, second, the two-state solution, and third, a new nation-state where all are welcome under the law.By Michael J. Sutton
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Have Christians compromised their faith over Israel?
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Capitalism has profoundly changed the moral codes of Christians so that what the New Testament saw as a set of sins, is now embraced as virtues. Church is essential to minimize the damage Christians can inflict on the social and economic order. Christianity, as a ritual not a life means that the social and political order transforms the moral chara…
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War in the Middle East is about oil, payback, and selfishness, and the answer to war is Jesus, a humanity made in the image of God, and an appeal to commonsense.By Michael J. Sutton
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How many must die for peace in Israel's war in Gaza, Lebanon and Iran? Why do Christians ignore the suffering of the innocent in these conflicts? Can true Christians be so blind to the suffering of others? What is spiritual adultery and are Christians today guilty of it?By Michael J. Sutton
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We are all responsible for this mess, morally and spiritually. The failure for Israel to find peace is the failure of the worldBy Michael J. Sutton
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What is the truth about the Iran-Israel War?
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What is the truth about the Iran Israel War? The fruit of the Spirit includes love, and today, with the Iran-Israel war, you see only hate and cheering by many churches who have lost their way, lost their love, and lost their Lord.By Michael J. Sutton
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The West's war against Russia is another crusade against the East where faith and flag have been mixed together. More lies have been promoted about Russia in these two years than the entire history of the Cold War.By Michael J. Sutton
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Will Trump Save America? The future of America is and will be one where the state views its own citizens as the enemy. Christians ought to look to Jesus, not the President for help in their time of trouble.By Michael J. Sutton
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The British and other European empires were very open about imperialism, but the American empire is a secret empire because it is widely denied. Across Europe, America prepares to topple Russia, and across the Asia Pacific, America prepares to take out China. Christians are on board because they believe God is on America's side.…
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We are not being told the truth about the West's war with Russia and the upcoming war with China. If Trump wins the 2024 election, he will be the face of America's new war against China. If Harris wins, she will preside over the current conflict with Russia. But a bad peace is better than a good war, and Jesus reminds us that Christians are called …
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Should Christians oppose war? Should we stand for peace? It is time to choose, whether we let nationalism consume us, or seek a more inclusive future for all those made in the image of God. Join the Rev. Dr. Michael J. Sutton as he begins a 9-episode series on a Christian response to war. Freedom Matters Today looks at freedom from a Christian pers…
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Jesus brought an end to the logic of revenge by absorbing in his body the sin of the world and satisfying divine justice.By Michael J. Sutton
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Do Christians and Jews Worship the Same God?
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Do Christians and Jews Worship the Same God? Given the support of many Christians for Zionism it might come as a surprise that Christians and Jews do not worship the same God. Christian Zionism is not Christian, and it is not Jewish, it is insulting to Jews because it seeks to hijack Jewish identity, and it is insulting to Christians because it tea…
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Jesus Christ loves the Palestinian People
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Unlike many Christian leaders today, Jesus Christ loves the Palestinian people. God did not come only Jewish people, but he came for the whole world, and his love is for all people. Jesus is a man of peace, love, and kindness. Many Christian leaders are fake Christians, they have no humility, they urge us to be sectarian, they hate the people of Ga…
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Why are Christian Zionists opposed to the gospel?
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Christian Zionists ignore the history of Israel and the history of the world to promote a fake history of Israel which promotes American foreign policy.By Michael J. Sutton
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Why are Christians apologists for genocide?
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Why are Christians apologists for genocide? For centuries Jewish people were persecuted by the same people who now claim to be friends of Israel. Israel will be betrayed by America one day.By Michael J. Sutton
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Most people do not believe that Abraham existed, but if he did not, all claims about the land promised are illegitimate. What qualities did Abraham have and how is he our model?By Michael J. Sutton
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Is Abraham the Father of the State of Israel?
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There are two ways of viewing God. One is the religion of the soil, and the other is the religion of revelation. In one, God is a local, tribal deity, stuck in place. In the other is a God who is everywhere, for everyone, and who is not trapped by geography. Which God do you worship?By Michael J. Sutton
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A kidnapped relative by a foreign power. What to do? In this episode, discover how Abram, the Hebrew fought a decisive war to rescue his estranged nephew Lot. Find out about his alliances, the conflict, and the outcome. The world shakes when a good man goes to war.By Michael J. Sutton
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Was Abraham a man of peace? In his peace treaty and his purchase of the land for the burial of his wife, Abraham showed himself to be a man of peace. His life is a model for us today.By Michael J. Sutton
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Was Abraham a good man? He was a man with a generous spirit, who showed generosity to his nephew Lot and also to the people of Sodom.By Michael J. Sutton
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These days, Abraham has been enlisted as a slogan for the propaganda war in Gaza. Many Christians have weaponized the Bible to promote this war and rationalize the genocide. This series continues its defense of Abraham, a man whose reputation has been slandered by many, but whose story is significant for the identity of billions of people around th…
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Suffer the little children, including Ishmael and Isaac
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Are the dying children of Gaza to blame for something? Many Christians say yes, because their nation refuses to support Israel. Is this true? Today, it is said that about 14,000 children have been killed in Israel's genocide in Gaza, prompted by the events of October 7 last year. Children, it seems, are the ones who suffer around the world, innocen…
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Are the Palestinian people cursed by God? For many Evangelical, Protestant American Christians, the answer is yes, for according to Genesis 12, all nations must bless Israel or be cursed by God. But what does Genesis 12 say? The way this chapter has been used by the Christians who stand with Israel is scandalous, it is fraudulent, and it is without…
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What are the consequences of Genocide in Gaza?
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What are the consequences of genocide in Gaza? What is happening in this conflict and how can we understand it from a Christian perspective? What do the genocide accounts of the Hebrew Bible tell us today about the identity of God?By Michael J. Sutton
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Is Israel engaged in Genocide in Gaza? Netanyahu invoked an ancient story and invited a cycle of retaliation. The genocide accounts in the Hebrew Bible are at the heart of Israel's identity and yet, are deeply troubling, both in terms of understanding ourselves and God.By Michael J. Sutton
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Does God support genocide in Gaza? Why do so many American Protestants stand with Israel and against Palestinians? What is Exemption Theology and why is it important to understand what it is and what drives it? Why does America really stand with the state of Israel? Join Dr Michael J. Sutton in episode 2 of this fourth series of Freedom Matters Tod…
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As of May 2024, around 40,000 people have been killed in the Gaza War, many thousands of them women and children. There are protests around the world, especially on hundreds of campuses around America and Australia, as well as in Europe. Many Christians are lining up to show their loyalty to the state of Israel because they believe that God demands…
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Welcome to Freedom Matters Today and the last episode in our third podcast series titled 'Who is Jesus?' We have been looking at the identity of Jesus, or God's pronouns. This series is now available in book form from Amazon. Join Dr. Michael J. Sutton as he asks the question 'Where in Jesus now?'By Michael J. Sutton
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Why did Jesus Die? Join Dr. Michael J. Sutton for this latest episode in his series on the identity of Jesus. Freedom Matters Today looks at freedom from a Christian perspective.By Michael J. Sutton
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On this special Christmas broadcast of Freedom Matters Today, Dr. Michael J. Sutton asks the question: who holds the universe together? Freedom Matters Today looks at freedom from a Christian perspective.By Michael J. Sutton
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Is Jesus God? We need to accept the pronouns of Jesus, because it is his identity. We need to see him as early Christians did and make up our mind. Who is he? Join Dr. Michael Sutton as he continues his series Who is Jesus?By Michael J. Sutton
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Is Jesus the light of the world? How does this help us understand the identity of Jesus? Join Dr. Michael J. Sutton as he continues his series on the identity of Jesus. Freedom Matters Today looks at freedom from a Christian perspective.By Michael J. Sutton
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Does Jesus point us to God? Join Dr. Michael J. Sutton as he continues to look at the identity of Jesus Christ. Freedom Matters Today looks at freedom from a Christian perspective.By Michael J. Sutton
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Does God want Christians to go to church?
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Does God want Christians to go to Church? For 3 years, many churches were closed during the pandemic, and now many people are seeking alternative ways to follow Jesus. This has meant the church is at a crossroads and instead of returning to God, churches are promoting churchism.By Michael J. Sutton
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The Hidden Roads of Freedom Matters Today
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Join Dr. Michael Sutton for a special episode of Freedom Matters Today as he talks about the hugely successful Australians for Science and Freedom Conference in Sydney, and his announcement of the inaugural Welcome to My Country Competition.By Michael J. Sutton
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Does God approve of Palestinian deaths? Many Christians would agree as their theological system demands a 'no comment' policy on the current war as it might affect their complicated, fragile, and confusing, step-by-step End Days scenario they believe comes from the Book of Revelation. What does the Bible say about it all? What is a Christian perspe…
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Is Jesus Superman? Why do so many Christians think Jesus is a kind of superhero? If Jesus was born, then he was human, and one of us, and why is that a problem? Join Dr. Michael J. Sutton as he continues his series titled 'Who is Jesus?' Freedom Matters Today looks at freedom from a Christian perspective.…
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How is a human Jesus God? In a time of gender identities, why are Christians often afraid to talk about the identity of Jesus? Join Dr. Michael Sutton as he continues his series titled 'Who is Jesus?' Freedom Matters Today looks at freedom from a Christian perspective.By Michael J. Sutton
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What does God think of revenge? Join Dr. Michael J. Sutton as he continues to explore the identity of Jesus in his series Freedom from Past and Prejudice. Freedom Matters Today because you matter to God.By Michael J. Sutton
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What are two things you probably don't know about Jesus?
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Join Dr Michael J. Sutton in Season 3 of the Freedom Matters Today podcast, looking at 'Who is Jesus?' Today, what are two things you probably don't know about Jesus?By Michael J. Sutton
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Join Dr Michael J Sutton as he continues his series 'Who is Jesus?' Today, what is God's message to us? Does it matter? Freedom Matters Today looks at freedom from a Christian perspective.By Michael J. Sutton
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For you, what is the most important thing about God?
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Join Dr. Michael J. Sutton as he asks the question: 'Who is Jesus?' in his third podcast series, titled Freedom from Past and Prejudice. Freedom Matters Today looks at freedom from a Christian perspective.By Michael J. Sutton
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What is God's Opinion on the Voice to Parliament?
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What is God's opinion on the Voice to Parliament? God cares about the Voice that matters which is Voice of the Son, his identity, his actions, his life, death and resurrection. In the past, God has spoken through the prophets in many and various ways but in these last days, he has spoken through his Son.…
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The Second Anniversary of Freedom Matters Today
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This is a special episode talking about the Second Anniversary of Freedom Matters Today, where we have come from and where we are going. We will begin a new weekly podcast from September 25 (Monday, Sydney Time), looking at freedom from a Christian perspective.By Michael J. Sutton
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The church is to blame for the Culture War
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Join Dr. Michael J. Sutton as he discusses how the churches are to blame for the Culture War, and the problems they face today. Freedom Matters Today looks at freedom from a Christian perspective. Remember, freedom matters today because you matter to God.By Michael J. Sutton
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Join Dr. Michael Sutton as he explores the reasons many (but not all) churches failed during the Covid-19 pandemic. Freedom Matters Today looks at freedom from a Christian perspective. Remember, freedom matters today because you matter to God.By Michael J. Sutton
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New publications for Freedom Matters Today. Curse of Crooked River The Third Tsunami Monkey and the Castle by the Sea God the Great Storyteller What story are you writing?By Michael J. Sutton
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Can a Christian follow Jesus and support fascism? On May 8 and 9, the West and the East remember victory in Europe and the war against fascism. The Holocaust can never be forgotten, fascism must always be resisted and we need to see our identity in Christ who brings all people together as one.By Michael J. Sutton
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Who is your enemy? Jesus tells us to love our enemies, but the church has enemies, our nation has enemies, and we have enemies. What does it mean to love others? Join Michael J. Sutton for episode 3 in our second series on looking at freedom from a Christian perspective.By Michael J. Sutton
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