One of the reasons I don’t personally identify as a libertarian is because I believe many within the movement are inconsistent when it comes to the principle of property rights. As a Christian, I hold a different view: I believe in building the Kingdom of God. All property ultimately belongs to Him. We are stewards—tenants, not owners.
This worldview stems from Judeo-Christian values. Just as Islamic nations often seek to enforce Sharia law over those they govern, and China looks to the philosophy of Mao Zedong, every culture has its guiding doctrine. In Russia, despite identifying as Christian, socialist ideals remain deeply rooted—yet socialism, in its purest form, is incompatible with biblical values.
Whether we like it or not, countries like Israel and Turkey exist. How they came to be is secondary to the fact that they now govern defined territories. If Israel, like Russia or any other sovereign nation, chooses to expand its borders, that’s a geopolitical reality. Calls for isolationism in the West often come with contradictions—if we demand no involvement in foreign conflicts, we should also refrain from intervening when nations act on their own sovereignty.
Consider the Iron Dome. It protects Israel from near-constant external threats. In personal terms, if my neighbor repeatedly tried to harm my family, I would be forced to either abandon my property or defend it, which could include taking my neighbors property. In civil society, we wait for courts and governments to mediate such conflicts, but divine justice and survival instincts are not always that patient.
Cultures matter. Beliefs matter. The Bible is filled with stories of how God’s people suffered when they abandoned Him in favor of false gods and foreign customs. The same applies today. High intelligence cannot compensate for foolish behavior. A nation that will not defend its core values and people must confront the reality of having no home to return to.
Great civilizations like Egypt, Greece, and Rome collapsed. They were filled with brilliant architecture and philosophy, yet they fell due to moral decay and idolatry. Humans tried to define God on their own terms—through statues, rituals, and ultimately, rebellion.
But God is not static. He is not limited to our imagination. For those who believe discovering life beyond Earth would discredit Scripture, I point to Genesis: “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” Plural. God’s creation is vast, and His dominion infinite.
When Turkey chose to abandon the Ottoman Empire and become a secular republic, it did so by redefining governance. Much of that territory, including Gaza, has changed hands countless times throughout history. Gaza itself only became a recognized state in 1988.
Human-defined property rights are not divine. Even if something is stolen from you, the legal process to reclaim it offers no guarantees. It’s a broken system—which is why people, over time, have looked to God for moral clarity.
Christians believe that while we may possess property temporarily, all of it belongs to God. We are entrusted with what we have. Our goal should be to use our time and possessions in ways that honor His Kingdom—not our egos.
Even in the New Testament, we see the development of liberty rooted in Judeo values. The Israelites—flawed as they were—laid the cultural foundation for Christ. Christians are grafted into that history and heritage. That’s why we are called to show compassion for the Jewish people, not just politically, but spiritually.
Peace is achieved through God’s order, not through force. Even when God delivered judgment—as He did to Egypt by striking down the firstborn—it was not done in cruelty, but in response to oppression and injustice. If a powerful ruler refuses to let God’s people go, what should God do? Let injustice endure forever?
Likewise, if we attack God’s people or His purposes, should we expect no consequences for ourselves, our descendants, or the nations we build? These are not decisions for us—they are God’s alone. But if we are too afraid or too proud to even acknowledge God’s role in our blessings, why should He intervene when we call out in crisis?
Censorship is another form of control that interferes with divine truth. Whether in Christian or Islamic cultures, when truth is silenced—whether out of fear or malice—the consequences ripple through generations. Freedom of speech is not just a legal issue; it’s a cultural and spiritual one. A community that censors truth stagnates and becomes vulnerable to false gods and ideologies.
I don’t expect everyone to agree with my beliefs. But I do believe that if God gives someone the ability to protect themselves from harm, they must act wisely and in accordance with His laws. That includes discerning the difference between self-defense and vengeance, between leadership and tyranny.
Socialists also claim to believe in property rights, but with a crucial difference: they believe the state should be the ultimate arbiter of who owns what. Christians, however, believe we are stewards of God’s property, held accountable to Him—not the state.
Jesus Himself challenged traditional cultural laws—such as the way Israel had redefined the Sabbath, allowing certain individuals to break it openly while others could be condemned or even killed for the same actions. He revealed that there are moments when it’s necessary to demonstrate the true spirit of God’s commandments. ‘The Kingdom of God is within you.’ We are called to seek it daily.”
So when I say “stay out of foreign entanglements,” I do so with discernment. I recognize the hypocrisy of condemning Israel while ignoring global institutions that seek to manipulate outcomes under the guise of democracy. If Israel goes too far, I trust God will deal with it—as He has throughout biblical history.
In the end, property rights belong to God. Global institutions like the United Nations may try to redefine good and evil based on votes and political agendas, but I follow the teachings of Yeshua the Christ. If Israel errs, God will correct it. And that’s why I leave these matters in His hands.
Consider making Jesus Christ your Lord and Savior today.
There is peace, purpose, and clarity in surrendering to the Creator of all things. My ideology, my worldview, and my understanding of property, culture, and government cannot exist without Christ. I invite you to seek Him—not because you are forced to, but because you were created to.
