# Episode 204 - Insights on Christianity, Politics & Matariki

An episode of [Outside of Sunday](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1531857468), 8 Jul 2026, 39 min.

Audio: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1316419/episodes/19462803-episode-204-insights-on-christianity-politics-matariki.mp3

This week Laura and I tackle a couple of topics we've genuinely been wrestling with. We discuss Brian Tamaki's suspended firearms licence, what role Christians should play in politics, and whether we're called to fight for our beliefs—or faithfully suffer for them. We also reflect on part two of my conversation with Henare Whaanga, including his thoughts on Matariki, Māori culture, and why Christians need to think carefully about the traditions we embrace. I'd love to hear your thoughts, but above all, my prayer is that this episode encourages you to seek the Lord, search His Word, and let Him shape your convictions. Click here to watch this episode on YouTube. 0:00 - Coming up 0:57 - What’s going on: Brian Tamaki looses his gun license 5:43 - How should we respond as Christians to political issues 19:19 - Recap on Part 2 of our chat with Henare Whaanga 22:00 - Our reflections on Henare’s episodes and not celebrating Matariki Support the show Outside of Sunday is part of the Outsider Network and is made with the help of Inspirational Media.

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