Dive into the experiences of John Davis Jones, a theologian, missionary, and scholar, as he shares his remarkable journey from the American South to the heart of New Zealand.

He explores the fascinating dynamics of international religious movements, political theologies, and their intriguing intersections. How do we build bridges in a fragmented world? John shares his vision of uniting Christians worldwide by returning to the essence of Scripture, testing beliefs, and holding onto what is good.

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Mentioned in this episode:

• Missionary Work in New Zealand
• Thechristianexile.com
• David Lipscomb’s “On Civil Government”
• Preston Sprinkle’s “Fight” and “Nonviolence”

Chapters:

0:04 – John Jones’ Life and PhD Journey
11:50 – Unity in the Stone Campbell Movement
18:41 – Unity, Divisions, and the Primitive Church
25:27 – Exploring Biculturalism and Pacifism
34:45 – Christian Nonviolence
45:25 – Examining Beliefs and Valuing Mercy
53:21 – Intellectual Humility and Biblical Politics