It’s Time We Evangelicals have a Talk about Christian Nationalism
Christian nationalism is not patriotism, which can be a moral good, nor is it Christianity. Read full piece
What Next? Christian Leaders Offer Advice for Confronting Christian Nationalism
It’s clearer than ever that Christian Nationalism is a threat to both faith and democracy, Christian leaders agreed Wednesday at a virtual event addressing the topic. But the question remains: What can Christians do about it?
Christianity on Display at Capitol Riot Sparks New Debate
The Christian imagery and rhetoric on view during this month’s Capitol insurrection are sparking renewed debate about the societal effects of melding Christian faith with an exclusionary breed of nationalism.
Christian Nationalists & QAnon Followers Tend to be Anti-Semitic. That was Seen in the Capitol Attack.
Our research finds that identification with QAnon, Christian nationalism, Donald Trump, and anti-Semitism are tightly linked. Read full piece
A Reporter’s Footage from Inside the Capitol Siege
Luke Mogelson captured a prayer by a pro-Trump mob inside the U.S. Senate on Jan. 6, 2021. See video
The Capitol Siege Recalls Past Acts of Christian Nationalist Violence
The blending on Jan. 6 of Christian imagery with Trump flags put Christian Nationalism, the often militarized fusing of Christianity and American identity, on display during one of America’s darkest days.
How White Evangelical Christians Fused With Trump Extremism
A potent mix of grievance and religious fervor has turbocharged the support among Trump loyalists, many of whom describe themselves as participants in a kind of holy war. Read full piece
Evangelicals Must Denounce the Christian Nationalism in Capitol Riots
As evangelicals, we must recognize, confess, and lament our role in allowing Christian Nationalism to fuel actions like the insurrection at the Capitol. It’s more important than ever to recognize the dangers associated with mistaking our fear for faith — and our faith for politics.
Kaylor on State of Belief
Word&Way Editor Brian Kaylor was a guest on the radio program “State of Belief,” which is hosted by Welton Gaddy. They talk about congressional chaplains, religious liberty, Christian Nationalism, and the riot at the U.S. Capitol. Listen to the program
A Christian Insurrection
Many of those who mobbed the Capitol on Wednesday claimed to be enacting God’s will. Read full piece