Prophecy and Power: How the Church Controlled Kings | Truth Matters

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Who really controlled Europe during the Dark Ages—the kings or the church? Evidence shows it was the church, led by the papacy, that held ultimate authority. Catholicism has always functioned as both a religious and political empire, with loyalty to the pope often taking priority over loyalty to one’s nation. This church-state system allowed the papacy to dominate entire kingdoms. Contrary to common belief, kings did not control the church; the church controlled the kings, enforcing its will on the people. Historically, Catholics opposed the separation of church and state and were alarmed when America promoted religious freedom, fearing it would weaken their influence. When the Catholic Church held absolute power in Europe, it never recognized a separation between church and state—control over both was its ultimate aim. Understanding this history is essential to recognize how similar patterns could emerge today. Join us for the full episode of "Truth Matters" as we explore "The Church and State Are Merging — Here’s Why That Should Terrify You," to explore these prophetic insights. Thank you for watching our short video. Watch the full episode "The Church and State Are Merging — Here’s Why That Should Terrify You" here: https://adtv.watch/truth-matters/the-church-and-state-are-merging-here-s-why-that-should-terrify-you? Watch USA in "Prophecy on America's Prophetic Destiny" series: https://adtv.watch/series/america-s-prophetic-destiny?last_search=America%27s%20Prophetic%20Destiny&search_from=web Join our free Bible study "America and the Image of the Beast": https://amazingdiscoveries.org/read/articles/america-and-the-image-to-the-beast? Find out more about the documentary Judgement Day at: https://judgmentdaydocumentary.com William Miller's 14 Rules of Interpretation: https://millersrules.amazingdiscoveries.org/ Sign up for our e-newsletters: https://welcome.amazingdiscoveries.org/ New How To Country Channel Link: https://www.youtube.com/@howtocountry New Truth Matters Shorts Channel Link:: https://www.youtube.com/@truthmatters-shorts744 Donate to Amazing Discoveries: https://amazingdiscoveries.org/explore-projects?urlname=explore-projects For Uncensored Content Watch on ADtv: https://adtv.watch Visit our website: http://amazingdiscoveries.org Join Us at Our Next Event! https://events.amazingdiscoveries.org/ Telegram: https://t.me/ADTVOfficial #government interference #preserving religion #Bible study