Christian Nationalism: Merging Faith with Governance

Christian nationalism promotes a fusion of a specific interpretation of Christianity with American civic life, advocating for a cultural framework that prioritizes this version of Christianity as the main cultural narrative in the U.S. It mandates that the government must actively protect and promote this cultural identity, which is often associated with white European-centric values. This ideology consists of three core elements: strong moral traditionalism that enforces social hierarchies, a willingness to use authoritarian measures to maintain societal order, and strict boundaries on national identity and civic participation based on ethno-racial lines. Ultimately, it seeks to impose a particular culture and way of life through governmental power, diverging from the broader, inclusive message of Christianity that celebrates the diversity of nations and cultures as envisioned in biblical texts like Romans 11.