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Tim Alberta, author of The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory: American Evangelicals in an Age of Extremism, discusses the descent of the evangelical church into political idolatry, the dangerous response of congregants to their pastors, a misleading narrative of a Christian nation under siege, strategies to empower the less extreme majority, the importance of addressing church scandals, and the author's personal relationship with his pastor father and unique writing style.
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- The book explores the motivations and tactics of leaders within the evangelical movement, showcasing how fear and anger are exploited to advance agendas and create divisions within church communities.
- The book highlights the damaging effects of charismatic figures who spread distorted historical narratives and intertwine politics and religion, raising concerns about the erosion of democratic norms and potential lasting damage to American society.
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The Influence of Trump on American Evangelicals
The book explores the transformation of the evangelical church and its alignment with political extremism, specifically focusing on the Trump era. The author, Tim Alberta, delves into why and how the movement became entangled with political idolatry and poses a potential threat to American democracy. Drawing on his personal experiences growing up in a conservative evangelical family and community, Alberta seeks to answer his own questions about this shift. The book delves into the historical and cultural context of the evangelical movement and examines the motivations and tactics of the leaders and influencers within it.
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