Topic: Religious Persecution

Mike Hanson and Katherine Matteson discuss the eleven Branch Davidians remaining in prison and the financial burdens imposed on them by the government. A caller suggests that the treatment of the group serves as a warning to Christians about future persecution. The segment concludes with a discussion on the emergence of a "One World Order" and its potential impact on those who strictly follow biblical teachings.

The speakers explore various theories for the government's raid, ranging from internal ATF scandals and sexual discrimination lawsuits to spiritual warfare. Doyle suggests the attack was a manifestation of the biblical struggle against those seeking to live by the Bible.

A self-identified pagan caller asks the panel to define "pagan" and questions why Christians often view her as an enemy. The Vineyards define paganism as any belief system that is not Christian, while the caller explains her view of Jesus as a brother and teacher rather than a deity. The discussion touches on the historical persecution of non-conformists by organized religion.

The speaker highlights the international diversity of the Branch Davidians, noting that a third of the members were from England. He criticizes the ACLU and the international community for failing to intervene. Thibodeau concludes this portion by citing scriptures from Psalms and Revelation to explain the group's theological perspective on the siege.

A caller expresses the belief that David Koresh was a true Christian and that the events at Waco serve as a warning of future persecution for all believers. The discussion shifts to the emergence of a "One World Order" that will allegedly enforce a non-biblical religion and target those who study the Bible.

Clive Doyle attributed the government's assault to a combination of bureaucratic agendas and spiritual warfare. He cited reports of internal sexual discrimination within the ATF and the agency's need to justify its existence to avoid being dissolved. From a religious perspective, Doyle viewed the attack as the fulfillment of biblical prophecy regarding the "devil" making war against those attempting to live a righteous lifestyle.

A caller expresses the belief that the treatment of David Koresh serves as a warning for all Christians, suggesting that believers will eventually be demonized as a "sect" by the state. The discussion posits that a coming "One World Order" will mandate a non-biblical state religion and target those who strictly adhere to Bible study. This perspective frames the Waco events as the beginning of a broader era of religious suffering.