The Forgotten Realm: Civics for American Christians

by Elizabeth Landis, Miles Smith (Foreword)

As American Christians, we have a rich political inheritance and a strong desire to act. Yet our action is stunted by reactionary politics and a lack of understanding of the systems which govern us. It is time for a practical manual on American government written specifically for Christians.

In The Forgotten Realm, Elizabeth Landis explains the often ignored structures of government that the average citizen interacts with every day. Starting with the city and working outward to the county, special districts, state, and nation, Landis inverts the way many Americans think about politics and their role as citizens. By looking at these structures and learning them well, American Christians will not only become more informed citizens but also more engaged citizens, able to bring the gospel of Christ into an often unreached space. By faithfully pursuing civics, American Christians can ensure that the “forgotten realm” does not stay forgotten for long.

Genres: Politics, Cultural

534 pages, Paperback

Published November 9, 2024

Reviews

[Laurabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

So proud of my mom.

This is an essential handbook for understanding the layers of government.

[ValeReads Kyriosity · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! What a gift Elizabeth Landis has written! This will be a particularly strong blessing as a civics textbook, but those of us beyond the classroom years will also benefit from it. May it find its way into the hands of all those who have the gifts we need to right America's political ship.

[Josiah · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was informative and convicting. Highly recommend.
Will definitely incorporate this book into my children's education.

[Gregory · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a wonderful, comprehensive, introduction to civics from a conservative Christian point of view. Perhaps more importantly, the author (who I know personally) puts her theory into practice. In fact, the book grew out of her own journey of civic engagement, beginning as a homeschool mother. This book is ideal for high school and college students, and would even be helpful for most adults who want to go beyond the 24 news/outrage cycle and actually get involved in practical civic engagement. (Note: the author and publisher are preparing a homeschool curriculum--look for that soon!)