# 9.22 – Politics and Faith: The Powers Behind the Powers

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Podcast: [After Class Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/after-class-podcast-766974)
Published: 2026-06-01T11:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Who really rules the nations? God, governments, or something else entirely? Today, the guys continue their discussion on governing authorities by looking at one of the Bible's most intriguing and often misunderstood themes: powers and principalities. Are earthly governments merely human institutions, or is there something deeper at work behind the scenes? What did Paul mean when he spoke of rulers, authorities, and powers in the heavenly realms? Why was Satan able to offer Jesus the kingdoms of the world? And what do these passages have to do with how Christians understand governing authorities today? Join Sam, John, and Ron as they trace this theme through Scripture and explore how the biblical worldview challenges many of our modern assumptions about power, authority, and the kingdoms of this world. Tune in today, because the best conversations happen, After Class.

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