Artemis II and Good Friday

In this episode of Politics By Faith, Mike Slater reflects on the Artemis II moon mission as a modern marvel of human ingenuity and divine order, drawing parallels between the precision of space travel and God's sovereign control over creation. He marvels at the technological achievement of launching humans into deep space, emphasizing the role of math, engineering, and faith in making such feats possible. Yet he contrasts this with humanity's spiritual bankruptcy, arguing that no human accomplishment—no matter how impressive—can save the soul. Connecting the mission to Good Friday, Slater underscores the central Christian truth: salvation is not earned by human effort but is solely through Christ’s sacrifice. He uses the imagery of the wounded surgeon from T.S. Eliot’s 'Four Quartets' to illustrate how Christ’s suffering heals our deepest spiritual wounds, and challenges listeners to recognize that even in the face of human triumph, we remain dependent on grace. The episode culminates in a call to humility, reminding us that the cross, though a symbol of defeat, is the ultimate victory.