Front Burner How Christian Zionism became a key force in U.S. politics
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Aug 21, 2025 Daniel Hummel, author of Covenant Brothers and a scholar of Christian Zionism, sheds light on the powerful influence of this belief in American politics. He discusses how biblical interpretations shape evangelical support for Israel and connect to figures like Donald Trump. Hummel explores the historical roots of Christian Zionism and its role in U.S. foreign policy, emphasizing its impact since 1967. He also addresses evolving relations between American Christians and Palestinians, reflecting a shift in younger evangelical perspectives.
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Theological Basis Of Christian Zionism
- Christian Zionism uses Christian theological or biblical arguments to support the modern state of Israel.
- It appears across Christian traditions but is most common among evangelicals and Pentecostals today.
1967 War Fueled Modern Movement
- The 1967 Six-Day War catalyzed a major grassroots Christian Zionist movement in the U.S.
- That war's outcome made Israel's territorial changes feel like prophetic fulfillment to many evangelicals.
Eschatology Drives Interest In Israel
- Dispensational end-times theology places Israel and Jews at the center of prophetic events like the rapture and Armageddon.
- This literalist eschatology motivates strong evangelical interest and political support for Israel.
