Should the Church Align with Christian Nationalists or Remain Politically Neutral?

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Should the Church Align with Christian Nationalists or Remain Politically Neutral?

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As Christian nationalism gains traction in U.S. politics, believers are wrestling with how to maintain gospel integrity while engaging the public square. Where should the line be drawn?
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With several Christian nationalists now appointed to influential roles in the Trump administration, believers across the political spectrum are asking hard questions about the Church’s role in government. Some see this as a win for preserving biblical values in an increasingly secular culture. Others worry it signals a dangerous merging of religious identity with political power.

Christian nationalism often promotes the idea that America has a special covenant with God and that Christian identity should shape national policy. But where do we draw the line between healthy engagement and idolizing political influence?

Should the Church align more closely with Christian nationalists to protect religious freedoms, or should it remain wary of tying the Gospel to any political ideology? What biblical principles should guide us when faith and politics intersect?

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Hi,
Forced worship isn’t worship.
It becomes resentment.
Freedom of religion, and freedom from religion,
are American values and our rights.
Why on earth would we just give that away?

Blessings

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My views is that Christian churches, organisations, leaders etc should not identify or join with any political party.

Individual Christians may do so as they believe, .
Christianity doesn’t belong to any political party and always has disagreements with some aspect of politics, as hristianity is far bigger, far wider, deeper more intensive than any politial party.

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What is a loophole? What you use allows you to do things you know you shouldn’t be doing. Augustine of Hippo has called the Sermon on the Mount—the Ultimate Guide for Living Your Life as a Christian. What we need to learn from it is intent.

“Should the Church Align with Christian Nationalists or Remain Politically Neutral?”

Again, I must tell you to read the Sermon on the Mount. What does it say about governments?

“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
“Blessed are the gentle, for they shall inherit the earth.
“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.
“Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.
“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.
“Blessed are those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

“Blessed are you when people insult you and persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward in heaven is great; for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.

Beatitudes: The name says it all. Jesus has commented on governments once and did not mention any as being preferred. The Roman Empire was in charge when Jesus told us to obey them.

“Blessed are you when people insult you and persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward in heaven is great; for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.”

“Blessed are you when people insult you and persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward in heaven is great; for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.

Are the things you want the same as those Jesus wants you to have?

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The Guardian is a Left Wing reporting agency.

There is no forced worship in America nor in our White House.

So called Christian Nationalists, imo, when Nationalism is rightly understood, is synonymous with Christian values.

It is far superior to the masked Treason of Islamic Nationalism that worked to destroy America for 12 years.

God Bless and protect President Trump,his staff,and America, from all enemies both foreign and domestic. Amen.

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Not sure why you are replying to me!

but the key in your reply is when nationalism rightly understood is synonymous with Christian values.

It is not nationalism, but western civilisation that is synonymous with Christian values, they under pin everything that we value in society and the rejection of them can be seen in how both right and left wing governments abuse those who disagree with them.

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I apologize. My post was meant to address the OP.

As to my observations that Nationalism rightly understood is synonymous with Christianity, in my opinion that observation is encompassed by at least two Scriptures.

Romans 13:1
Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God.

Psalm 33:12 Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people whom he has chosen as his heritage!

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It is a common problem, clicking on the wrong response.

.That said it is not how nationalism is understood, for hitler and Mao were both nationalists, but how Christianity is applied to society

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In my view of Nationalism neither Mao nor Hitler are relevant.

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First, look at the fact that both parties in the US are controlled by Catholic majorities and allegiance to the Pope. 2nd, open your eyes to the Revelations 3:17 meaning of this last church age. Then look at what the bible says about allegiances to people in power without faith through the Holy Spirit. That isn’t Trump. The evangelicals and other “Christian movements” tied to Trumps win, are in folly of scripture and reality. Thats the problem with todays Christians, their all listening to the flesh, and not the inner spirit. otherwise there wouldn’t be 46,000 denominations. For of those who are genuinely in the spirit, they wouldn’t come within 1.000 miles of a leader loyal to Rome. The Jesuit superior general (false prophet) RC church in so interconnected to these last days I’m surprised at the audacity of top C organizations falling into the Harlot church movement. By the way, all of what I’ve said is directed by the Holy Spirit. Wake up and don’t fall into the parables of the ten virgins (the 5 without the oil for the lamps) otherwise they never read 70 weeks of Daniel, the Olivet discourse and Revelations to fully understand the mysteries of the father, otherwise they would not have been left out of the weddind supper.

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NONSENSE! PROPAGANDA!

Christian nationalism is the antithesis of Christian values. It is more akin to the Pharisees and Sadducees of Jesus’ day than any other comparison.

“Treason of Islamic Nationalism”? WHAT are you referring to?

Trump should be deported is the same way he deported innocent people. He is a CRIMINAL, convicted of 34(!) felonies, sexual abuse, and inciting a violent riot to overturn a legitimate election.

He should be in prison, not the White House!!!

P.S. Hegseth should also be in prison.

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TDS is not a good look.

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Ah, the classic question: should the Church hitch its wagon to Christian nationalism or stay out of the political rodeo entirely?

Here’s the rub—Jesus didn’t come waving a national flag. He said, “My kingdom is not of this world” (John 18:36), not “Vote Caesar 2024.” When the Church cozies up to political power, it risks trading the cross for a campaign banner.

That said, staying neutral doesn’t mean staying silent. We’re called to be salt and light (Matthew 5:13-16), not bland and invisible. The goal isn’t to build a Christian nation—it’s to build up the Body of Christ.

So… kingdom first, politics way second.

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I disagree with the idea Jesus was not political.

Matthew 3:2

He didn’t comport himself as politicians do today. However, he did tell his followers he was here to usher in what would be a one world government.
And a one party system.

Revelation 5 and Revelation 21.

While his life and death freed believers from their sins it also taught us to be ambassadors of the kingdom.
2 Corinthiabs 5:20

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Hey Bubbles,

I get where you’re coming from, but let’s not confuse eternal kingship with earthly politics.

Yes, Jesus is the King of Kings and He will reign in a one-world government—but He brings that, not us by passing bills and lobbying congress. Revelation shows what He establishes at the end of the age, not what the Church is tasked with forcing into place now. Big difference between preaching the Kingdom and trying to run one through policy and power plays.

And while we’re at it—yes, we’re ambassadors (2 Corinthians 5:20), but ambassadors represent, they don’t rule. Our job is to point people to the King, not to try and take His throne early.

Jesus didn’t come to reform Rome—He came to redeem hearts. That’s the mission until He returns. Let’s not get that backwards.

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You presume quite a bit there as regards my understanding of the politics of The Christ.

I’ll leave you to your presumptions.

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Fair enough, Bubbles. My intent wasn’t to presume, but to explore. When you mention ‘the politics of The Christ’, I’m curious—how do you understand that? Are you thinking of His kingdom as it intersects with earthly governance, or something more symbolic?

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Just examples of extreme nationalism.

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God appoints those who sit in authority over us. Yes, even Joe Biden. And for his own reasons.

We are to obey our leaders for that reason. We don’t have to like their politics though.

Jesus was political. He was a Revolutionary. Which is part of why the Pharisees and Saducee wanted him dead.

Think about it. What temple authority operating in the name of God claims a man who raises the dead, makes the blind to see, the lame to walk, and exorcises demons, is of the Devil?

They and we today know, Satan is not a healer.

Jesus was a threat to temple authorities.

Jesus also said, the kingdom of God is spread across the whole world. We just don’t see it.

Of course.

Everything that exists is both of and from God. If it exists it is created by God.

Jesus came to save the world from worldly deception. First, he recruits, saves, his Elect. Then he allows them to live by the tenets of his good news as a community of the faith filled. Which is in opposition to the ways of the world.

Then, be returns and cleans house after giving a period of time for new recruits, converts, to come into the fold following God’s call.
And then his kingdom descends fully to earth and the king of kings, a political title in itself, rules unopposed.

Christianity is political. It’s an intolerant authoritarian elitist divine dictatorship.

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It helps to know what Nationalism is.
Without the red herring distraction that ignorantly equates it to Hitler.