Blog & Mablog In Which Russell Moore Tries On Christian Nationalism
Jan 21, 2026
Doug Wilson dives deep into the controversies surrounding Minneapolis, including the aftermath of George Floyd's death and political implications of local protests. He critiques Russell Moore's views on Romans 13, examining the moral limits of state authority. The discussion spans from church disruptions to the legality of COVID mandates versus border enforcement. Doug also challenges the concepts of Christian nationalism and highlights the need for Christian values in public policy, all while navigating the complex interactions between faith and governance.
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Minneapolis Context And Personal Links
- Doug Wilson recounts Minneapolis events including George Floyd's death, Somali immigration, daycare fraud, and ICE actions to set context for his critique of Russell Moore.
- He links local protests and personal connections to illustrate how national controversies reach his community.
Legal Consequences, Not Debate, Settle Violence
- Wilson argues debates won't settle these disputes and that prosecutions and real consequences are required to restore order.
- He distinguishes matters settled by force of law from those that still deserve public moral debate.
Accusing Straw Men And Noting Inconsistency
- Wilson challenges Russell Moore's depiction of Romans 13 abusers, saying he can't name conservatives who claim state lethal force is always legitimate.
- He also notes Moore supported strict COVID compliance, revealing what Wilson sees as inconsistency.