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  • Part II: Societal Deterioration and the Epochal Analysis of a Bungling Church

    Part II: Societal Deterioration and the Epochal Analysis of a Bungling Church
    Oct 5 2025
    Last week, we began exploring the five major epochs of American Church history and how each reflects the Church’s obedience—or failure—to fulfill its biblical calling of evangelism and discipleship.

    In this second installment, Ralph Drollinger and host Frank Sontag continue their discussion, walking through key eras that shaped the spiritual and cultural direction of our nation—from the Puritan pulpit of 1776 to the rise of theological liberalism, fundamentalism, neo-evangelicalism, and the religious right.Together, they uncover how each movement impacted the Church’s mission and the nation’s moral fabric, leading to the question: Will the next epoch finally align with the biblical model of Luke 3—one centered on evangelizing and discipling the lost?

    🎙️ Listen, reflect, and be strengthened in your understanding of how God works through His Church across history.

    📖 Download the full study at CapMin.org.

    Chapters:
    00:00 Introduction and recap of Part 1
    01:05 Luke 3: The biblical model for cultural transformation
    05:01 Epoch 1 – The Puritan pulpit shapes American culture (1776)
    07:38 Epoch 2 – The encroachment of theological liberalism (1877)
    11:04 Epoch 3 – The fundamentalist reaction (1920s)
    12:56 Epoch 4 – The birth of neo-evangelicalism (1950s)
    16:02 Epoch 5 – The rise of the religious right (1975)
    17:15 Toward a sixth epoch: the impact of Charlie Kirk
    21:56 A call to return to evangelism and discipleship
    23:18 Download and apply this three-part Bible study
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  • Societal Deterioration and the Epochal Analysis of a Bungling Church, Part I

    Societal Deterioration and the Epochal Analysis of a Bungling Church, Part I
    Sep 30 2025
    The Church is the pillar and support of the truth (1 Timothy 3:15), called to evangelize and make disciples as a preserving and illuminating force in a fallen world (Matthew 5:13–14). Yet throughout major epochs of American Church history, her efforts to engage culture have been marked by clumsy mistakes—“bungling” her calling.For nearly 50 years, much of the American Church’s focus in Washington, D.C. has been on changing laws. While biblical laws are worthy objectives, Luke 3 shows us an even more excellent way: evangelism and repentance as God’s ordained means to bring cultural change.In this first study of a three-part series, Ralph Drollinger explores:
    • Why heart change must precede lasting societal change
    • John the Baptist’s call to repentance in Luke 3:3–14
    • How evangelism transforms individuals, institutions, and nations
    • The repeated missteps of the American Church in neglecting evangelism
    Join us as we trace how the American Church has bungled her calling, and why the path forward begins with prioritizing evangelism.
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  • PART THREE: Pertinent Lessons from the Book of Job Part

    PART THREE: Pertinent Lessons from the Book of Job Part
    Sep 28 2025
    In this episode, Ralph Drollinger and Frank Sontag continue this study of the Book of Job, focusing on theodicy—how to reconcile the reality of evil with the sovereignty of God.

    Drawing lessons from Job, Ephesians 6, and the reality of spiritual warfare, Ralph explains why trials refine believers, why we should not judge spirituality by suffering, and why perseverance is a primary virtue.

    He also connects these truths to the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk, affirming God’s faithfulness even in tragedy.

    Learn how God uses suffering for His glory, why perseverance leads to peace, and how Job’s story points us to hope in Christ.

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    Chapters:

    00:00 Intro & Call to Action
    01:27 Theodicy and the Slaying of Charlie Kirk
    03:07 Understanding Suffering through Job
    05:09 Satanology and Spiritual Warfare (Ephesians 6)
    08:25 The Believer’s Position and Mission in Christ
    10:22 Job, Suffering, and God’s Glory
    14:21 Don’t Judge Spirituality by Suffering
    17:50 Perseverance and the Peace of God
    19:33 God’s Faithfulness and Blessings
    22:27 Call to Ministry & Oaks in Office Resource
    23:56 Support Capitol Ministries
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  • PART TWO: Timely, Pertinent Lessons from the Book of Job

    PART TWO: Timely, Pertinent Lessons from the Book of Job
    Sep 20 2025
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  • Pertinent Lessons from the Book of Job

    Pertinent Lessons from the Book of Job
    Sep 14 2025
    You may be processing the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk, seeking perspective through a biblical lens.

    In this program, Ralph Drollinger takes us to the book of Job and several more passages as we learn about Theodicy—how God remains sovereign even though evil exists in the world.

    Ralph reminds us that Job’s life stands as a powerful example of how to respond when our world falls apart. Job trusted in God’s character and persevered with unshakable confidence.

    Together with host Frank Sontag, Ralph unpacks key takeaways from Job for public servants and all believers:
    • Trust before reasoning
    • Recognize heavenly matters affect earthly lives
    • The righteous will suffer
    • Don’t judge spirituality by circumstances
    • Perseverance is primary
    • God’s essential nature is good
    • God is faithful and blesses the righteous
    As we encounter suffering and persecution, will we, like Job, stand with steadfast faith in the God who has revealed Himself through His Word?

    📖 Download the full study at capmin.org

    Chapters:
    0:00 – Welcome and ministry update
    2:27 – Global growth of CapMin and Zambia training conference
    6:39 – Local Government Ministries and Oaks in Office curriculum
    12:24 – Introducing the study: Pertinent Lessons from the Book of Job
    15:36 – Trust before reasoning
    17:24 – Heavenly matters affect earthly lives
    18:02 – The righteous suffer
    18:20 – Don’t judge spirituality in relation to suffering
    19:11 – Perseverance is primary
    19:35 – God’s nature is good; God is faithful
    22:23 – Applying Job: Making your life count for Christ
    23:30 – Closing
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  • Resource Development – A Biblical View of Economics

    Resource Development – A Biblical View of Economics
    Sep 7 2025
    In this biblical economics study on Resource Development, Ralph asks:

    ➡️ Why has America, in just a few hundred years, outpaced nations with far longer histories?

    ➡️ What role do Christianity’s unique theological foundations—rational thought and human dignity—play in economic flourishing?

    ➡️ How do biblical truths about God, humanity, and stewardship shape a nation’s prosperity?

    Ralph unpacks how “right actions begin with right thinking,” and how aligning our worldview with God’s Word produces both spiritual and material blessing. He contrasts the biblical framework with the philosophies of other religions, showing why only Christianity provides the basis for sustainable growth and human flourishing.

    📖 Download the full Resource Development Bible study and follow along: capmin.org
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  • Understanding the Separation of Church and State

    Understanding the Separation of Church and State
    Aug 30 2025
    In this week’s Capitol Ministries Weekend, Ralph Drollinger unpacks what Scripture teaches about the institutional separation of Church and State. Joined by host Frank Sontag, Ralph explains how the Bible distinguishes the God-ordained roles of Church and State, why the political arena is a mission field, and how righteousness in leadership impacts the health of a nation.

    From the early church through Constantine, the Reformers, and the American experiment, Ralph traces the history of this doctrine and clarifies common misconceptions. He shows how biblical principles like “if you don’t work, you don’t eat”have even shaped policy debates in Washington today.

    Discover why believers should champion institutional separation—but never influential separation—so that the Church remains faithful to making disciples, while public servants lead with righteousness informed by God’s Word.

    📖 For deeper study, download the Bible study at CAPMIN.ORG

    CHAPTERS
    0:00 – Introduction: Capitol Ministries Weekend with Frank Sontag and Ralph Drollinger
    0:43 – Missions moment: training new Caribbean leaders
    2:07 – Politics as a mission field and God-ordained institutions
    3:34 – “Big Beautiful Bill” and biblical welfare principles
    6:20 – Jesus on rendering to Caesar and God: NT foundation for separation
    10:11 – Distinct roles: Church evangelizes, State moralizes
    12:33 – History: Constantine, Donatists, Reformation, and America’s foundation
    16:20 – Why confusion exists today about separation of Church and State
    17:12 – The Church’s influence without becoming a theocracy
    18:04 – The importance of righteousness in leaders (Proverbs)
    21:23 – The Church’s role in shaping righteous individuals for government
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  • Do You Possess a Profound Sense of Personal Destiny?

    Do You Possess a Profound Sense of Personal Destiny?
    Aug 23 2025
    Drawing from Ephesians 3:7 and Paul’s example, Ralph unpacks how a God-given sense of calling equips leaders to persevere, stay humble in success, and remain faithful in trials.This episode also highlights Capitol Ministries’ growing influence—from prayer breakfasts at the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) convention, to Bible studies that reached Speaker Mike Johnson and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Discover how a strong sense of calling impacts leaders in government and how you, too, can discern God’s call for your life.

    📖 Read the full Bible study at capmin.org!

    Chapters
    0:00 – Welcome & recap of ALEC convention
    1:50 – Missions moment: Speaker Mike Johnson & PM Netanyahu
    4:20 – The mission of Capitol Ministries
    6:10 – Local Government Ministries vision
    7:30 – Introduction to today’s study: Personal destiny
    10:00 – The importance of a strong sense of calling
    12:15 – How to discern God’s call (Ed Burns’ insights)
    16:00 – Affirmation of calling through others
    18:30 – Ephesians 3:7 and Paul’s example
    22:30 – Humility and perseverance in God’s call
    23:50 – Closing encouragement & invitation
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