On The Line America is a Christian Nation: The History We've Forgotten | Dr. Jared Longshore
Oct 6, 2025
Dr. Jared Longshore, a pastor and political theologian, dives into America's historical roots as a Christian nation. He challenges the myth of secular neutrality and argues that the founders envisioned a civic framework rooted in Christianity. Longshore traces the shift away from ordered liberty to modern autonomy and discusses the importance of the family unit in shaping civil society. He advocates for a strong Christian presence in public life, calling for renewed commitment to covenantal marriage and family duties.
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America's Christian Founding
- Jared Longshore argues America was founded with a distinctly Christian, Protestant character and not as a secular nation.
- He points out established churches in 8 of 13 colonies and public Christian symbols and rulings that reflect that heritage.
First Amendment Isn't A Secular Decree
- Longshore explains the First Amendment prevents a national established church but doesn't force secularism at state or civic levels.
- He says Romans 13 implies civil magistrates serve God and should answer to divine standards, not autonomous secular authority.
Two Competing Conceptions Of Freedom
- Longshore contrasts older definitions of freedom (freedom for the good) with modern freedom-as-self-will.
- He traces how modern 'freedom to do whatever I want' undermines blasphemy laws and civic restraints.
