Church & State – A Biblical and Theological Perspective [English] (2025)

Introduction
In an era marked by tension and rapid change, government decisions shape not only the direction of nations but also the everyday lives of citizens. As followers of Christ, we live with a dual identity—citizens of both earth and heaven (Philippians 3:20). How does this shape our understanding of political authority, and what responsibilities do we bear as believers in society?
Topics
Tracing the relationship between divine sovereignty and human authority—from Old Testament kings and prophets to the New Testament vision of the church.
Surveying historical and contemporary theology to discern recurring tensions and misconceptions.
Building a biblically faithful and wise framework for engaging in elections, public policies, and social issues.
Viewing political change and current events through the lens of biblical truth.
About the Speaker
Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies (New Testament)
Rev. Chun Tse was born in Beijing and raised in Hong Kong. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Maryland and a Ph.D. in Systematic Theology from the University of Edinburgh, as well as a Master of Divinity from Bethel Seminary (Minnesota). Before joining Carey, he served as pastor of Gateway Christian Church in New Jersey. His teaching and research focus on the New Testament, Church History, and Systematic Theology.
Notes: No picture taking or audio/video recording, please.
介紹
在充滿張力與變動的時代,政府的政策深刻影響我們的日常生活並國家的方向。基督徒同時是地上公民,也是天國子民(腓 3:20)。這雙重身份如何塑造我們對國家與政權的理解?基督徒在其中的角色與責任是什麼?
講座內容
從舊約王權與先知職分到新約教會觀,釐清上帝主權與人間政權的邊界。
綜觀歷史神學與當代教會論,分辨常見迷思與張力。
面對選舉、公共政策與社會議題,建立合乎真理且具智慧的參與框架。
引導基督徒以合乎聖經的觀點看待政治變遷與新聞。
講員介紹
謝進牧師出生於北京,在香港長大。美國馬裏蘭大學電氣工程博士。蒙恩得救後,於明尼蘇達州伯特利大學獲得道學碩士學位,在新澤西州美門教會牧會。之後於愛丁堡大學獲得系統神學博士學位。現在加拿大溫哥華凱瑞神學院聖經研究(新約)助理教授,教授新約、教會史、系統神學等課程。
備註:請勿拍照或錄音錄像。
Schedule
2025-11-0213:30~16:30
Church & State – A Biblical and Theological Perspective
Rev. Chun Tse
| Date & Time | Sequence | Topic | Speaker | Links |
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| 2025-11-02 13:30~16:30 | 1 | Church & State – A Biblical and Theological Perspective | Rev. Chun Tse |
