Category: ‘Christian Nationalism’
-
Is President Trump REALLY Changing Christianity?
In an article in the Washington Post, John Fea considers how much the new president is changing the face of Christianity in the United States. But I wonder if it hadn’t changed already.
-
Would We Really Vote for Jesus?
“Well, Jesus would be the best candidate, but since he isn’t running…” I’ve seen friends express this sentiment quite often recently, with a wry digital chuckle, as an explanation and justification of their choices at the polls. Thing is, I’m not certain Jesus could even win our votes if he did stand for election. Hell,…
-
Support for the Man in Charge?
Are people defending the president – or defending themselves for voting for him?
-
I Pledge Allegiance?
We practise a nationalist idolatry that we ought to repudiate. But that will take great courage!
-
Am I a ‘Liberal’?
Too often, we carelessly label people to dismiss ideas we don’t want to consider.
-
A Tale of Two Jesus-es?
If you put ‘Gospels Jesus’ out on the street, you have to invent a whole new Jesus to take his place.
-
Heroes and Villains?
Thoughtful critique of our leaders, sure. But vilifying them (or lionising them) doesn’t become us.
-
Is It O.K. to Panic Now?
Facing a potentially unsettling four years, early Christian monasticism provides lessons on how to respond.
-
The Big Payback?
Vengeance is a divine right, not a human one. But what if our God doesn’t actually seek revenge? How do we respond?
-
Stand with Israel?
Our unquestioning support for the State of Israel rests on shaky theological ground – and ignores suffering people.