Best R J Rushdoony Podcasts (2025)

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Doctrine of Selective Depravity, Part 1 7:54

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Faith and Action is the complete collection of the essays of R. J. Rushdoony written for the Chalcedon Report between 1965 and 2001 along with several transcripts of his recorded talks. The large volume The Roots of Reconstruction only contained his Chalcedon Report essays up until 1985, so most of the essays included in Faith & Action were unavail…

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Chalcedon Podcast Ep. 59 - The New R. J. Rushdoony Biography 1:02:06

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The long-awaited biography of R. J. Rushdoony, written by his son, Mark Rushdoony, is soon to be available. Mark sat down with Martin Selbrede and host Andrea Schwartz to discuss what readers can expect in this personal yet historical work. Hosted by Mark Rushdoony, Martin Selbrede, and Andrea Schwartz 🎧The audio version of this podcast is also ava…

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Every Idle Word (Ninth Commandment) 52:10

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Join R.J. Rushdoony in learning the importance of Biblical law and how it is to be used to guide the lives of men and nations.By R.J. Rushdoony

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A Story Without an Ending 3:40

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John, a successful Christian businessman, married Jane, a former actress drawn to glamour and the party life. Though she briefly embraced church life, she soon left, calling it dull. John kept hoping she’d return, even as she disrupted his future and his son, Junior, stole from him and rejected his guidance. Friends blamed Jane, but the real issue …

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Light 6:09

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From 1953 to 1956, Reverend R. J. Rushdoony gave weekly radio talks at Santa Cruz, California station KSCO that reveal a perfect blend of strong theology with poignant pastoral counsel. In fact, these insightful, concise messages are so well done they could be used for both individual and group discipleship at any level. They are a storehouse of wi…

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Original Sin 16:30

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Our faith should be an informed one because the God who created all things speaks to every sphere of life, and all facts should be studied in light of the revelation of God in Scripture. This is the foundation of Christian dominion. For R. J. Rushdoony, true government was the self-government of the Christian life in terms of God's law, so he wrote…

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Remembering God 2:16

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We often ignore God while living off His blessings, much like ungrateful in-laws mocking the one who supports them. Yet Scripture says, “Remember the Lord your God.” If we wouldn’t tolerate such ingratitude, why should He? It’s time we remember Him — with thanks and obedience.By R.J. Rushdoony

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Episode #111 (December 21, 1985) 57:11

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Issachar Frontier Missions Research; Richard III; Medieval and Ancient Family; Golden Age of Judaism; Religious Liberty; Christian Politicians; Money; Parents; Magic; Law; CaliforniaBy R.J. Rushdoony

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Peace Among Yourselves 2:16

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In 1 Thessalonians 5, Paul urges respect for godly authority and commands, “Be at peace among yourselves.” True peace starts with humility — in the church, in the home, and in our hearts. Yet, many quarrel over petty things, placing their own will above unity. The root of conflict is often pride, not principle. Real peace comes when we stop insisti…

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The Straightness of God's Rule 2:19

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Hebrews 1:8 says God rules with a “sceptre of righteousness” — meaning strictness and unchanging straightness. God doesn’t compromise with evil or accept half-hearted faith. He is the same in both Old and New Testaments: full of grace, but never soft on sin. His rule is firm, and He calls us to reflect that strength.…

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To Give Subilty to the Simple 6:11

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From 1953 to 1956, Reverend R. J. Rushdoony gave weekly radio talks at Santa Cruz, California station KSCO that reveal a perfect blend of strong theology with poignant pastoral counsel. In fact, these insightful, concise messages are so well done they could be used for both individual and group discipleship at any level. They are a storehouse of wi…

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False Atonements 7:33

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Faith and Action is the complete collection of the essays of R. J. Rushdoony written for the Chalcedon Report between 1965 and 2001 along with several transcripts of his recorded talks. The large volume The Roots of Reconstruction only contained his Chalcedon Report essays up until 1985, so most of the essays included in Faith & Action were unavail…

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See Life 2:30

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Ecclesiastes 9:9 tells us to “see life” with the one we love — meaning, to truly experience and enjoy life together. In a godly marriage, a spouse isn’t just a companion but a source of strength, vision, and wisdom. Proverbs calls a virtuous woman a treasure — like a strong ally. And when Adam saw Eve, he saw part of himself. Marriage, when grounde…

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The Doctrine of Original Sin 8:30

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Our faith should be an informed one because the God who created all things speaks to every sphere of life, and all facts should be studied in light of the revelation of God in Scripture. This is the foundation of Christian dominion. For R. J. Rushdoony, true government was the self-government of the Christian life in terms of God's law, so he wrote…

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Am I My Brother's Keeper? 3:07

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In this episode, we unpack Genesis 4:9’s “Am I my brother’s keeper?” to show that Scripture calls us brothers under God—not tyrannical keepers of one another—and that true responsibility means living honestly under His law rather than imposing “care” by force. We’ll also explore how collectivist policies echo Cain’s murderous overreach, and why onl…

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Property and the Family 3:12

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In this episode, we trace how Scripture’s laws against theft and covetousness serve not just to protect possessions but to secure the family, and explore Engels’ claim that private property is the economic foundation of monogamy and parental authority. We’ll then discuss how state control of land and inheritance erodes family freedom and turns chil…

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Oppression as Law 2:10

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In this episode, we examine how today’s laws—especially in public schools—have inverted justice by privileging some viewpoints while suppressing Christian expression, citing Psalm 94:20’s warning about “organizing oppression under the pretense of law,” and we reflect on why a nation that abandons God’s standards must reckon with His judgment…

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Slander as Theft (Ninth Commandment) 39:58

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Join R.J. Rushdoony in learning the importance of Biblical law and how it is to be used to guide the lives of men and nations.By R.J. Rushdoony

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Taken for Granted 6:13

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From 1953 to 1956, Reverend R. J. Rushdoony gave weekly radio talks at Santa Cruz, California station KSCO that reveal a perfect blend of strong theology with poignant pastoral counsel. In fact, these insightful, concise messages are so well done they could be used for both individual and group discipleship at any level. They are a storehouse of wi…

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Episode #110 (November 30, 1985) 52:08

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Bureaucracy; Bastards and Marriage; Consanguinity; Crime; Jesse Jackson; Ideology; Nature Reserves and ConservatismBy R.J. Rushdoony

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Choices 2:34

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In this episode, we explore how every choice we make—big or small—reveals what we truly value and where our faith lies, contrasting the self-chosen life of “my will be done” with the believer’s calling to embrace God’s will as laid out in Scripture and enjoy the blessings of serving Him.By R.J. Rushdoony

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The Providence of God 9:28

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Our faith should be an informed one because the God who created all things speaks to every sphere of life, and all facts should be studied in light of the revelation of God in Scripture. This is the foundation of Christian dominion. For R. J. Rushdoony, true government was the self-government of the Christian life in terms of God's law, so he wrote…

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The Great Retreat 3:11

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In this episode, we revisit Wells Fargo’s remarkable trust-based response in the 1906 San Francisco quake—paying out lost deposits on faith and lending equipment to evacuate citizens—and use it to illustrate how godly leadership once met crisis with responsibility, while today’s retreat of people of faith leaves society weakened.…

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The War Against Chastity 4:44

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Faith and Action is the complete collection of the essays of R. J. Rushdoony written for the Chalcedon Report between 1965 and 2001 along with several transcripts of his recorded talks. The large volume The Roots of Reconstruction only contained his Chalcedon Report essays up until 1985, so most of the essays included in Faith & Action were unavail…

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Let the Dead Bury the Dead 2:16

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In this episode, we unpack Jesus’ radical demand to “let the dead bury their dead” (Matt. 8:21–22), exploring how true discipleship calls us to prioritize the life and joy of Christ’s kingdom over earthly mourning. We’ll challenge listeners to live as members of a wedding procession—rejoicing in the Lord always—rather than lingering in the funeral …

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Wisdom and the Home 4:45

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From 1953 to 1956, Reverend R. J. Rushdoony gave weekly radio talks at Santa Cruz, California station KSCO that reveal a perfect blend of strong theology with poignant pastoral counsel. In fact, these insightful, concise messages are so well done they could be used for both individual and group discipleship at any level. They are a storehouse of wi…

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The “Right to Privacy” and the “Right” to Sin 3:25

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Faith and Action is the complete collection of the essays of R. J. Rushdoony written for the Chalcedon Report between 1965 and 2001 along with several transcripts of his recorded talks. The large volume The Roots of Reconstruction only contained his Chalcedon Report essays up until 1985, so most of the essays included in Faith & Action were unavail…

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The Call to Victory 2:08

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In this episode, we look at the Mozarabic Rite’s use of Psalm 2:7–8 by Christians under Muslim rule as a bold declaration of Christ’s sovereign dominion, and connect it to Jesus’ Great Commission to make disciples of all nations. We’ll challenge listeners to embrace their calling to victory in Christ—living in total obedience, serving rather than s…

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By Him All Things Consist 1:58

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In this episode, we unpack Paul’s declaration in Colossians 1:13–17 that Christ not only created all things but also sustains them—“by him all things consist.” We’ll explore what it means for every sphere of life—from politics to family—to stand only on Christ’s unshakable foundation, and the inevitable collapse that follows when we build on anythi…

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Demonism 13:15

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Our faith should be an informed one because the God who created all things speaks to every sphere of life, and all facts should be studied in light of the revelation of God in Scripture. This is the foundation of Christian dominion. For R. J. Rushdoony, true government was the self-government of the Christian life in terms of God's law, so he wrote…

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The Water of Life 6:21

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In this episode, we liken Jesus’ offer of living water (John 7:37) to the life-saving importance of water in a desert—showing how without Christ we’re spiritually parched like the Sahara, and how coming to Him fills our deepest thirst for righteousness (Matt. 5:6).By R.J. Rushdoony

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Slander (Ninth Commandment) 48:03

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Join R.J. Rushdoony in learning the importance of Biblical law and how it is to be used to guide the lives of men and nations.By R.J. Rushdoony

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Inheriting the Earth (Proverbs 2:20-22) 5:24

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From 1953 to 1956, Reverend R. J. Rushdoony gave weekly radio talks at Santa Cruz, California station KSCO that reveal a perfect blend of strong theology with poignant pastoral counsel. In fact, these insightful, concise messages are so well done they could be used for both individual and group discipleship at any level. They are a storehouse of wi…

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The Dayspring 2:26

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In this episode, we unpack Zacharias’s proclamation of Christ as the “Dayspring from on high” (Luke 1:78) and Isaiah’s prophecy of light piercing darkness (Isa. 9:2), using a personal anecdote of stumbling down a dark path to illustrate how Christ’s coming brings us out of fear and into perpetual joy. We’ll conclude by urging listeners to keep thei…

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Episode #109 (November 16, 1985) 54:49

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Reason for Medieval Books; Anticlericalism; Europe; Princeton Theological Seminary; Higher Education; Monasticism; Baptism; Illiteracy; George Simenon; Indians; Lincoln ReviewBy R.J. Rushdoony

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Under the Wings 1:48

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In this episode, we explore the comforting image of a mother hen sheltering her chicks and unpack Jesus’ lament in Matthew 23:37 over Jerusalem’s refusal to take refuge under His wings. We’ll reflect on what it means for individuals and communities today to either trust in Christ’s protective care or face the consequences of going it alone—and invi…

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The Incarnation 9:57

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Our faith should be an informed one because the God who created all things speaks to every sphere of life, and all facts should be studied in light of the revelation of God in Scripture. This is the foundation of Christian dominion. For R. J. Rushdoony, true government was the self-government of the Christian life in terms of God's law, so he wrote…

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The Arrogance of Evil 6:18

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Faith and Action is the complete collection of the essays of R. J. Rushdoony written for the Chalcedon Report between 1965 and 2001 along with several transcripts of his recorded talks. The large volume The Roots of Reconstruction only contained his Chalcedon Report essays up until 1985, so most of the essays included in Faith & Action were unavail…

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Mary's Song 1:31

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In this episode, we explore Mary’s Magnificat as both a proclamation of war on earthly powers and a song of peace for the redeemed—unpacking how her “My soul doth magnify the Lord” declares God’s reversal of worldly systems and assures believers of victory in Christ’s birth and reign.By R.J. Rushdoony

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The Fountain Opened 2:01

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In this episode, we delve into William Cowper’s life and hymnody—particularly “There Is a Fountain Filled with Blood”—showing how his personal frailty and depression drove him to cling to the promise of God’s cleansing fountain. We’ll conclude by reflecting on the enduring truth that, through divine grace, our strength is renewed and our souls rest…

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Wisdom as Understanding (Proverbs 2:12-19) 7:48

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From 1953 to 1956, Reverend R. J. Rushdoony gave weekly radio talks at Santa Cruz, California station KSCO that reveal a perfect blend of strong theology with poignant pastoral counsel. In fact, these insightful, concise messages are so well done they could be used for both individual and group discipleship at any level. They are a storehouse of wi…

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Mirrors 2:03

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In this episode, we use the hall-of-mirrors metaphor to critique modern self-obsession and contrast it with Paul’s teaching that Christians are called to mirror Christ’s glory, being transformed “from glory to glory.” We’ll challenge listeners to stop seeking reflections of themselves and instead reflect Jesus in every aspect of life.…

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The Crucifixion of the Guilty 6:36

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Faith and Action is the complete collection of the essays of R. J. Rushdoony written for the Chalcedon Report between 1965 and 2001 along with several transcripts of his recorded talks. The large volume The Roots of Reconstruction only contained his Chalcedon Report essays up until 1985, so most of the essays included in Faith & Action were unavail…

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False Antimonies 13:38

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Our faith should be an informed one because the God who created all things speaks to every sphere of life, and all facts should be studied in light of the revelation of God in Scripture. This is the foundation of Christian dominion. For R. J. Rushdoony, true government was the self-government of the Christian life in terms of God's law, so he wrote…

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Soldiers of Christ 2:06

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In this episode, we compare Christians who endlessly “drill” in prayer and worship to General McClellan’s cautious training, then unpack Paul’s call in Ephesians 6 to don God’s armor not for parade but for spiritual battle—and challenge listeners to move from pews to the front lines as Christ’s active soldiers.…

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Swelling of the Jordan 1:57

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By R.J. Rushdoony

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Looking Backward 2:37

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In this episode, we explore how dwelling on past troubles traps us in defeat, contrast that with Caleb’s forward-looking faith at eighty-five, and challenge listeners to leave “the dead” behind and embrace today’s work and tomorrow’s victories with confidence in God.By R.J. Rushdoony

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Slander Within Marriage (Ninth Commandment) 38:14

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Join R.J. Rushdoony in learning the importance of Biblical law and how it is to be used to guide the lives of men and nations.By R.J. Rushdoony

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Search for Wisdom 5:24

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From 1953 to 1956, Reverend R. J. Rushdoony gave weekly radio talks at Santa Cruz, California station KSCO that reveal a perfect blend of strong theology with poignant pastoral counsel. In fact, these insightful, concise messages are so well done they could be used for both individual and group discipleship at any level. They are a storehouse of wi…

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Discontinuity and Antinomianism 16:55

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Our faith should be an informed one because the God who created all things speaks to every sphere of life, and all facts should be studied in light of the revelation of God in Scripture. This is the foundation of Christian dominion. For R. J. Rushdoony, true government was the self-government of the Christian life in terms of God's law, so he wrote…