Unapologetically Christian: Leadership & Politics with Arkansas Rep. Mary Bentley | S2 Ep 217 (2025)

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In this episode of the Closer to Jesus Podcast, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Arkansas State Representative Mary Bentley for a powerful and timely conversation. We dive into two topics often avoided—politics and religion—to explore how faith and public service can truly go hand in hand.

Mary shares her personal journey from being a nurse to becoming a state lawmaker, and most importantly, how her faith in Jesus has remained the foundation through it all. We talk about the challenges of being a Christian in politics, the importance of standing firm in your beliefs, and how to navigate the concept of “separation of church and state” with wisdom and grace.

📖 Bible Verses Mentioned & Reflected On:
Romans 8:28 – “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God...”

Esther 4:14 – “...And who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as this?”

Micah 6:8 – “...What does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.”

This episode is filled with encouragement for believers called into leadership and public influence. 

Mary shares insights on how to be bold in your faith without compromising your calling and offers practical advice for those wrestling with how to serve both God and country.

If you've ever wondered how Christians can impact the political world without losing their spiritual grounding—this episode is for you!

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