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Christ Over All

2.57 Jonathan Leeman, David Schrock, Stephen Wellum • Interview • Jonathan Leeman on Christian Nationalism

Nov 6, 2023
Jonathan Leeman, an expert on Christian nationalism, discusses the prohibition of imposing worship, the intersection of theology and political theory, the impact of post-millennialism and growing opposition to Christianity, theorizing during times of crisis, comprehending Christian nationalism, government's role in enforcing moral standards, clearing the path for the church, and the importance of the local church in Christian nationalism.
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  • Christian nationalism can be understood as an insult, a responsible articulation, and an identification of the nation as Christian.
  • Christians in government should protect life and freedom, promote justice, and create conditions for the church to fulfill its mission.

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The Definition of Christian Nationalism

Christian nationalism can be understood in three ways: as an insult used by opponents of Christianity to dismiss Christians' influence in the public square, as a responsible articulation of how Christianity should influence the public square, and as an identification of the nation or government as Christian, which risks breaking the third commandment.

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