Culture & Christianity: The Allen Jackson Podcast Defining Christian Nationalism and Christian Zionism
Jul 4, 2025
What does it mean to love your country as a Christian? Exploring the thin line between patriotism and idolatry, key themes include the role of Christian nationalism and the complexities of supporting Israel. Pastor Allen delves into President Trump's military decisions and the hope for peace in Africa. He emphasizes the need for courage in standing up for biblical truths amidst modern societal challenges, questioning how Christians can shape national identity while upholding faith-driven values.
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Fear of God Defines Wisdom
- The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom and knowledge according to Scripture in Job, Psalms, and Proverbs.
- Without this reverence, no education, resources, or power equate to true wisdom.
Horse Anecdote Illustrates Reverence
- Allen Jackson recounts learning to respect the strength of horses rather than fear them, which taught him boundaries.
- He compares this to fearing God as reverence that shapes behavior to avoid negative consequences.
Rekindle Fear of God
- Christians need to rekindle the fear of God in churches to bring wisdom back to schools, universities, and public arenas.
- Cultivating reverence for God enables biblical wisdom to influence all aspects of society.
