Politicized Christianity

“Far from the progressive prediction of inevitable secularization, there is an uptick in politicians across the political spectrum invoking Christianity…. But that Christianity may not be going extinct does not mean that the species of public Christianity is faring well, either. Consider a few recent examples” - World

“Secretary of War Pete Hegseth quoted from the imprecatory psalms and invoked divine wrath against the enemies of the United States on Wednesday during introductory remarks he made at the first monthly prayer service at the Pentagon since the outbreak of the war in Iran.” - CPost

“Your congregants often spend hours each week absorbing culture-war content online. Then they show up on Sunday expecting you to speak into it. Church members who agree on the authority of Scripture differ widely in how they think biblical principles should shape public policy.” - C.Leaders

“Trump then said he has done more for religious freedom than other modern presidents, claiming most were either too neutral or actively hostile toward faith. He accused Democrats, especially, of opposing God.” - CPost

“How Christians relate to politics and culture war right now is a huge issue. Lots of people are contrasting Tim Keller’s approach, sometimes called the third way approach, with more bold approaches like Charlie Kirk’s approach.” - Truth Unites

“And before you dismiss this as simply a representation of the ‘same old third way,’ it’s not. Parts of that approach need to be jettisoned, but parts need to be maintained. Let me explain.” - TGC

“Politics and religion sometimes collapse into each other. Christianity and the Republican party become so enmeshed in someone’s mind that they forget they have more in common with a ‘woke’ Christian who is genuinely converted and living for Christ than with their redneck, gun-loving MAGA neighbor who has rejected the gospel.” - P&D

“Wilson’s approach reflects a right-wing attractional model characteristic of partisan punditry and movements, where the foil of political opponents seldom fades from view. The result is a message that tickles ears, entrenches self-righteousness, and bolsters partisan pride rather than cultivating prophetic witness.” - Mere Orthodoxy

“The irony here is that these Christians are generally open-minded and inclusive in their attitudes toward others. They are often warm and welcoming to others, including those with whom they disagree. They just need to apply this posture in politics.” - IFWE