Jamar Tisby's "The Color of Compromise" examines the history of racial reconciliation in the American church. Tisby argues that white Christians have often failed to fully confront their complicity in systemic racism. The book explores various historical examples and theological arguments to support this claim. Tisby challenges readers to acknowledge the ongoing impact of racial injustice and to actively work towards dismantling it. He offers a framework for understanding and addressing racial issues within the context of Christian faith. The book has sparked significant debate and discussion within Christian circles.
The book delves into the history of American evangelicalism, focusing on how white evangelicals have promoted a militant, patriarchal form of masculinity that has aligned with figures like John Wayne and, more recently, Donald Trump. Du Mez argues that this form of masculinity has been central to the political and social transformations within white evangelicalism, leading to the strong support for Trump despite his controversial character. The book also critiques the abuse and corruption within evangelical leadership and explores the broader implications for American society and politics.
In 'Disarming Leviathan,' Caleb E. Campbell addresses the phenomenon of Christian nationalism in the United States. The book serves as a missionary handbook, equipping Christians to understand and respond to Christian nationalism. Campbell explores the origins and appeal of Christian nationalism, contrasts it with biblical teachings, and provides practical advice on how to engage in constructive conversations with Christian nationalists. He advocates for a compassionate and loving approach, encouraging readers to view this as a mission field and to prepare their hearts for the work. The book is written in a conversational tone and includes personal anecdotes, scriptural analyses, and guidelines for addressing common talking points of Christian nationalists.
The new Trump Administration may openly embrace white Christian nationalism, but Pastor Caleb and other evangelical resistors are gaining momentum. They’re connecting to a bigger pro-democracy movement where faith groups and secular groups are uneasily allied against theocracy.
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Caleb E. Campbell is a pastor at Desert Springs Bible Church in Phoenix, Arizona, and the author of Disarming Leviathan: Loving Your Christian Nationalist Neighbor. https://www.disarmingleviathan.com/
Kristin Kobes Du Mez is a New York Times bestselling author and Professor of History and Gender Studies at Calvin University. Her research focuses on the intersection of gender, religion, and politics, and her most recent book is Jesus and John Wayne: How White Evangelicals Corrupted a Faith and Fractured a Nation.
Lionel Estrada is a father, grandfather, Jesus follower, worship leader, songwriter and addiction/trauma therapist from Phoenix, AZ. He has been a member of Desert Springs Bible Church for almost 20 years.
Jemar Tisby is the author of the New York Times bestselling book, The Color of Compromise: The Truth about the Church's Complicity in Racism, How to Fight Racism, and How to Fight Racism: Young Reader's Edition. He is also a Professor of History at Simmons College of Kentucky in Louisville. Jemar is the co-host of the "Pass the Mic" podcast.
Napp Nazworth, Ph.D., is Executive Director of American Values Coalition. He previously worked in academia teaching courses in U.S. government, Congress, and religion and politics; and as a journalist, serving as opinion editor and politics editor for The Christian Post.
Katherine Stewart is the award-winning author of Money, Lies, and God: Inside the Movement to Destroy American Democracy. https://katherinestewart.me
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