August 11, 2026
Why Your Hope Should Never Be in Politics
With Allan and Corri Hunsperger · Guest: Tanner Hnidey
Economist, author, and speaker Tanner Hnidey explains why Christians should never place their hope in politics or government, even during uncertain times. Drawing from the books of Habakkuk and Esther, Tanner explores God's sovereignty over history, why nations rise and fall, Canada's growing economic struggles, and how dependence on government can replace dependence on God. From inflation, taxes, and interprovincial trade barriers to biblical hope and God's providence, this conversation challenges believers to keep their eyes fixed on Christ rather than political leaders.
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In this episode
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- 00:00 Free devotional & Psalm 24
- 01:29 Habakkuk: Trusting God When Nothing Makes Sense
- 04:14 Guest comes in: Tanner Hnidey
- 05:01 God's Providence in the Book of Esther
- 05:51 Where Is God When Nothing Changes?
- 07:17 Why Government Can Never Save You
- 10:10 Canada's High Gas Prices Explained
- 13:20 Why Canada Keeps Falling Behind
- 15:23 Interprovincial Trade Barriers
- 17:45 Why Governments Seek More Power
- 19:41 Drawing Near to God Changes a Nation
- 20:45 Is Canada Being Made Dependent?
- 24:16 Tanner's New Book: The Merchants of Moloch
- 24:50 Relationship Over Religion
- 26:46 Ottawa & The Allison Inquiry
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