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Political Gospel: Public Witness in a Politically Crazy World
Christians are constantly being accused of being too political or not political enough.
Often, the accusations are fair. Christians tend to get stuck in one of two political we either privatize our faith or make it partisan . We think religion and politics should be separate and never intermingle, or we align so tightly with a political party that we conflate the gospel with a human agenda.
In Political Gospel , Patrick Schreiner argues Christianity not only has political implications but is itself a politic. The gospel at its very core is political––Jesus declared Himself to be King. But He does not allow you to put Him in your political box.
In a supercharged political climate, Political Gospel explores what it means for Christians to have a biblical public witness by looking to Scripture, the early church, and today. Should we submit to governing authorities or subvert them? Are we to view them as agents of the dark forces or entities that promote order? In these pages, we’ll see that Christians live in a paradox, and we’ll see how to follow Christ our King right into the political craziness of our day.
Often, the accusations are fair. Christians tend to get stuck in one of two political we either privatize our faith or make it partisan . We think religion and politics should be separate and never intermingle, or we align so tightly with a political party that we conflate the gospel with a human agenda.
In Political Gospel , Patrick Schreiner argues Christianity not only has political implications but is itself a politic. The gospel at its very core is political––Jesus declared Himself to be King. But He does not allow you to put Him in your political box.
In a supercharged political climate, Political Gospel explores what it means for Christians to have a biblical public witness by looking to Scripture, the early church, and today. Should we submit to governing authorities or subvert them? Are we to view them as agents of the dark forces or entities that promote order? In these pages, we’ll see that Christians live in a paradox, and we’ll see how to follow Christ our King right into the political craziness of our day.
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First published October 18, 2022
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May 7, 2023
Many separate religion and politics. Religion is about personal beliefs while politics is external, concerned with the organization of society, public life, etc. Patrick Schreiner argues that they’re intertwined and inseparable. He claims the kingdom of God was political, just not in the way that you would imagine. Jesus came to usher in a spiritual kingdom, not an earthly kingdom. A kingdom that requires those who are its members to be submissive and subversive. Part of me wanted to give this 3 stars because I thought the premise of the book was clarifying semantics, but I give it 4 because it was thought provoking for me in considering the kingdom of Jesus and the posture that Christians in the US should take as citizens of heaven and this country.
April 12, 2024
This is really useful, very helpful categories for talking about Christian political engagement
November 16, 2022
I am sorry. I was supposed to review this days ago 😬🫣 but for some reason I thought I already had 🤷♀️So hear I go finally……
This book discusses how the gospel is political even though some says …uh uh…nope…for some they believe we are to keep silent as Christians and never speak of the Bible or Christ. The USA was founded on freedom of speech and religion. It isn’t supposed to be kept separate. This book is discussing if the Gospel and Christianity are political and to be talked about or should we be silent. This book pretty much says it is because our country was founded upon it and Christians have a say in it all , that ,yes, we should speak up, but us being as Christ/Christlike is the epitome of what Christianity is and this is how we are to spread the gospel of Christ , in love, and guidance. Not by force or pushing, but in love. There were places where I didn’t agree with the author but all in all I believe he was trying to get us Christians to do a better job with our rights to freedom of speech and religion. Thank you to #NetGalley, the author, and the publishers for the opportunity to read and review #PoliticalGospel with my honest thoughts and opinions!
This book discusses how the gospel is political even though some says …uh uh…nope…for some they believe we are to keep silent as Christians and never speak of the Bible or Christ. The USA was founded on freedom of speech and religion. It isn’t supposed to be kept separate. This book is discussing if the Gospel and Christianity are political and to be talked about or should we be silent. This book pretty much says it is because our country was founded upon it and Christians have a say in it all , that ,yes, we should speak up, but us being as Christ/Christlike is the epitome of what Christianity is and this is how we are to spread the gospel of Christ , in love, and guidance. Not by force or pushing, but in love. There were places where I didn’t agree with the author but all in all I believe he was trying to get us Christians to do a better job with our rights to freedom of speech and religion. Thank you to #NetGalley, the author, and the publishers for the opportunity to read and review #PoliticalGospel with my honest thoughts and opinions!
August 18, 2024
The book challenged me to examine my own approach to politics and convicted me of certain sins in both my thoughts and actions, for example escapism and retreat rather than compassionate engagement. Schreiner points to the example of Jeremiah as a man who sought the good of his city, when that city happened to be Babylon. As opposed to Jonah, who would rather run the opposite direction rather than preach good news to a wicked people. His framework of political discipleship as both *submission* and *subversion* will be a huge help in the years to come. After all, the cross is both an emblem of submission AND subversion.
June 3, 2025
Patrick Schreiner was onto a good thing before he started talking about modern politics.
The analysis of how the gospel is inherently political was excellent. The etymologies and historical parallels were fascinating, and I loved how Schreiner highlighted the political messages conveyed by Jesus’s words and actions.
However, it all fell apart when it came to the analysis of today’s politics. Schreiner’s approach leaned way too far into submission, neglecting the equally vital call to stand up in our faith and engage actively in shaping society. While yes, he promoted humble Christian subversion, his message felt too much like passive endurance and “turning the other cheek” all the time. I understand the importance of this, but this book overdid it.
His left-leaning perspective on political neutrality is completely contradictory to the core message of the book. “The gospel is political, but stay out of politics” is basically what he was saying. While I agree that Christians shouldn’t idolize political leaders, we as Christians do have a political duty—especially since political decisions have an effect on our lives.
It’s more than clear that Schreiner is writing from a limited, naive viewpoint where voting is optional. Were he to consider the implications of compulsory voting (such as in Australia), his stance would have been much better.
All in all I enjoyed the historical and literary aspect of this book; Schreiner’s writing style is engaging and easy to follow; but the message was contradictory and very one-sided.
The analysis of how the gospel is inherently political was excellent. The etymologies and historical parallels were fascinating, and I loved how Schreiner highlighted the political messages conveyed by Jesus’s words and actions.
However, it all fell apart when it came to the analysis of today’s politics. Schreiner’s approach leaned way too far into submission, neglecting the equally vital call to stand up in our faith and engage actively in shaping society. While yes, he promoted humble Christian subversion, his message felt too much like passive endurance and “turning the other cheek” all the time. I understand the importance of this, but this book overdid it.
His left-leaning perspective on political neutrality is completely contradictory to the core message of the book. “The gospel is political, but stay out of politics” is basically what he was saying. While I agree that Christians shouldn’t idolize political leaders, we as Christians do have a political duty—especially since political decisions have an effect on our lives.
It’s more than clear that Schreiner is writing from a limited, naive viewpoint where voting is optional. Were he to consider the implications of compulsory voting (such as in Australia), his stance would have been much better.
All in all I enjoyed the historical and literary aspect of this book; Schreiner’s writing style is engaging and easy to follow; but the message was contradictory and very one-sided.
January 23, 2023
Great book on faithful presence in public square.
Each chapter has a conclusion which I usually count against books cause I’m not a fan but I thought Patrick did it well.
Good use of other sources.
Thesis stretched me for the good.
Each chapter has a conclusion which I usually count against books cause I’m not a fan but I thought Patrick did it well.
Good use of other sources.
Thesis stretched me for the good.
January 5, 2023
I have a really difficult time eating this one. On the one hand, there’s a few things I agree with in here. I appreciate the care and nuance that Schreiner put into supporting his points. The book was very well written.
On the other hand, I am not sure I fully buy into the militarization of the faith. I also don’t know if I really agree with the redefinition of the gospel presented in the beginning of the book and subsequent worldview shaping based on that definition of the gospel.
I think it could be a good read as food for thought, but I don’t know if I would recommend it as a theological work.
On the other hand, I am not sure I fully buy into the militarization of the faith. I also don’t know if I really agree with the redefinition of the gospel presented in the beginning of the book and subsequent worldview shaping based on that definition of the gospel.
I think it could be a good read as food for thought, but I don’t know if I would recommend it as a theological work.
October 18, 2022
What should the church’s role in politics be? How much should we care about politics? Should we emphasize the heavenly kingdom and withdraw from earthly governments or should we become activists? When do we submit to government and when do we disobey to follow Christ?
Schreiner seeks to answer these questions in Political Gospel.
His thesis is that Christianity is political, not in the way that we usually think, but because Jesus is the King of Kings, and so we belong ultimately to another kingdom and are under a greater ruler than any earthly ruler. But because God has appointed earthly rulers, we do have a duty to submit to them, but only when our ultimate submission and allegiance is to God—which will sometimes be “subversive.”
In Schreiner’s own words, “The gospel message is a world-forming, public, and political reality. Jesus calls people to a new way of life, a new society, a new community. In this way, Jesus and Paul contested the current order of society. Yet at the same time, Jesus is after no earthly throne.”
Schreiner gives a framework for Christians’ role in politics. He almost entirely avoids specific issues. He bases his arguments on Ancient Greek and Roman culture, the New Testament narratives, and the Epistles.
First, he shows that “gospel,” “faith,” “son of God,” and of course, “kingdom” were all political ideas in Jesus’ day. Jesus’ message conflicted with earthly politics—not because he wanted to take Caesar’s place in the 1st century A.D., but because he is the ultimate King of all time.
Next, he turns to our job to both submit and to subvert. Not one or the other, but both in tension. These are touchy words, so he defines them: To subvert means “to use your words or actions to critique or undermine the usual way of doing something.” To submit means “to voluntarily yield to the authority of another.” Here he gives examples from both the Epistles (where the emphasis is more on submit) and Acts (where we get most of our examples of refusing to submit). This is done not ultimately as “pro” or “anti” government, but “altergovernment” as we live in a community “loyal to King Jesus and make all other political allegiances pale in comparison.” For a longer quote here: “The primary task of our communities is not to run to secular political orders for protection, to dominate political processes, or to bring about the “Christian” state. The primary task is to stand as a witness to an alternative political society.” Ultimate allegiance to Jesus will often mean submission. But sometimes it means speaking out against wrongs in government, and sometimes it means that by our very lives as faithful Christians, we undermine the status quo—not because we are stirring something up or are even actively involved in politics. Paul was accused of political things, but what he was doing was preaching.
Finally, after first the way of the Dove (Jesus’ ministry), and the way of the subversion in a way of submission (Paul), he turns to the way of the Lion embodied in the slain Lamb (the future). Jesus’ second coming matters to our politics. Revelation shows us the end of all earthly kingdoms, and pulls back the curtain on what they really are. And it tells us that Jesus’ kingdom is not one that is ultimately “in our hearts” but is real and physical.
The Christian way is not one of nationalism, utopianism, or withdrawal. It is one of faithful, pilgrim citizenship and proclamation. Schreiner’s book is a good start in exploring what that way looks like. Its strength lies in proving how political Christianity is. Its weakness is that the submission/subversion section is not as fleshed out as I would have liked. I still have numerous questions in that area—some of which is me thinking through personal experiences and what that looks like as a stay-at-home-mom. His use of Judas as an example in the last chapter also needed more substantiation.
A word to my more conservative friends: Schreiner does reference systemic racism multiple times. My point in bringing this up is not to address that issue, but because I know people who wouldn’t listen to Schreiner because of that. I have some quibbles with examples Schreiner uses while trying to stay away from the issues—he could have done a better job picking things Christians across the spectrum agree on when giving examples—but the book is still 100% worth reading, so please don’t let disagreements on the issues stop you from picking up Political Gospel.
I’m hoping this isn’t just tickling my ears that are annoyed with the way I see many Christians interacting with politics, but I love this framework. It makes so much sense of gut feelings I’ve had in the last few years.
Read this book, because “we are too political in the wrong way. We give too much power to earthly powers when we speak of them constantly. One of the ways to be truly political is to speak more of God’s reign and thereby put Caesar’s reign in its proper place.”
(I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for my review)
Schreiner seeks to answer these questions in Political Gospel.
His thesis is that Christianity is political, not in the way that we usually think, but because Jesus is the King of Kings, and so we belong ultimately to another kingdom and are under a greater ruler than any earthly ruler. But because God has appointed earthly rulers, we do have a duty to submit to them, but only when our ultimate submission and allegiance is to God—which will sometimes be “subversive.”
In Schreiner’s own words, “The gospel message is a world-forming, public, and political reality. Jesus calls people to a new way of life, a new society, a new community. In this way, Jesus and Paul contested the current order of society. Yet at the same time, Jesus is after no earthly throne.”
Schreiner gives a framework for Christians’ role in politics. He almost entirely avoids specific issues. He bases his arguments on Ancient Greek and Roman culture, the New Testament narratives, and the Epistles.
First, he shows that “gospel,” “faith,” “son of God,” and of course, “kingdom” were all political ideas in Jesus’ day. Jesus’ message conflicted with earthly politics—not because he wanted to take Caesar’s place in the 1st century A.D., but because he is the ultimate King of all time.
Next, he turns to our job to both submit and to subvert. Not one or the other, but both in tension. These are touchy words, so he defines them: To subvert means “to use your words or actions to critique or undermine the usual way of doing something.” To submit means “to voluntarily yield to the authority of another.” Here he gives examples from both the Epistles (where the emphasis is more on submit) and Acts (where we get most of our examples of refusing to submit). This is done not ultimately as “pro” or “anti” government, but “altergovernment” as we live in a community “loyal to King Jesus and make all other political allegiances pale in comparison.” For a longer quote here: “The primary task of our communities is not to run to secular political orders for protection, to dominate political processes, or to bring about the “Christian” state. The primary task is to stand as a witness to an alternative political society.” Ultimate allegiance to Jesus will often mean submission. But sometimes it means speaking out against wrongs in government, and sometimes it means that by our very lives as faithful Christians, we undermine the status quo—not because we are stirring something up or are even actively involved in politics. Paul was accused of political things, but what he was doing was preaching.
Finally, after first the way of the Dove (Jesus’ ministry), and the way of the subversion in a way of submission (Paul), he turns to the way of the Lion embodied in the slain Lamb (the future). Jesus’ second coming matters to our politics. Revelation shows us the end of all earthly kingdoms, and pulls back the curtain on what they really are. And it tells us that Jesus’ kingdom is not one that is ultimately “in our hearts” but is real and physical.
The Christian way is not one of nationalism, utopianism, or withdrawal. It is one of faithful, pilgrim citizenship and proclamation. Schreiner’s book is a good start in exploring what that way looks like. Its strength lies in proving how political Christianity is. Its weakness is that the submission/subversion section is not as fleshed out as I would have liked. I still have numerous questions in that area—some of which is me thinking through personal experiences and what that looks like as a stay-at-home-mom. His use of Judas as an example in the last chapter also needed more substantiation.
A word to my more conservative friends: Schreiner does reference systemic racism multiple times. My point in bringing this up is not to address that issue, but because I know people who wouldn’t listen to Schreiner because of that. I have some quibbles with examples Schreiner uses while trying to stay away from the issues—he could have done a better job picking things Christians across the spectrum agree on when giving examples—but the book is still 100% worth reading, so please don’t let disagreements on the issues stop you from picking up Political Gospel.
I’m hoping this isn’t just tickling my ears that are annoyed with the way I see many Christians interacting with politics, but I love this framework. It makes so much sense of gut feelings I’ve had in the last few years.
Read this book, because “we are too political in the wrong way. We give too much power to earthly powers when we speak of them constantly. One of the ways to be truly political is to speak more of God’s reign and thereby put Caesar’s reign in its proper place.”
(I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for my review)
April 4, 2025
Political Gospel seeks to answer the question: is christianity political? The conclusion, to pull a quote from my favorite christian movie:
If you’re wondering where you placed your pitchfork last and if you need to become aware of its whereabouts before reading this, don’t worry. Patrick looks at politics as shown in the Bible, rather than starting with politics and searching the scriptures with carefully selected verses that support his agenda. AKA it’s super Bible heavy. You can now sigh in relief.
Patrick states that his intent is to make make a case not for partisanship but for rulership. What I can personally comment on is I was very pleased with was the exegesis of the many biblical passages found throughout scripture that handle politics, as well as exploring the actions of those throughout church history. I had no idea the political imagery that is constantly being alluded to both in the old and New Testament. For example, when Jesus was casting out the demon called “Legion”, I was unaware of (aside from the demons name) that there were other political symbols throughout that story, such as the significance of the pig in the Roman military. I also did not realize how communion would have been viewed as a blatant political message to those living at that time, or how the dove at Jesus’ baptism would have been compared to the imagery of the eagle representing Rome.
Rather than give a summary, I have many quotes or mini summaries:
•Christianity is in itself a politic. It is an all encompassing vision of the world and human life. This all encompassing vision is meant to be enacted in the church, showcased to our neighbors, and spread to the world. Politics answers the questions: how do we live together? How do we deal with money? How do we treat our enemies? What is authority? How should we love? Whom should we love? What does it mean to be human? How do we form communities? What is justice? Who is in charge? How do we disagree?
It’s how we partner together for the flourishing of humanity and the world.
•Christian politics is how we integrate our confession that Jesus is Lord with our call to love our neighbors.
•Jesus knew politics mattered as he was nailed on a Roman cross…
Yet he was not after an earthly throne
•Christianity is political but it has been partisonized. Christianity is public, but it is been privatized.
•Christians are alien delegates to the world of a different kingdom.
•How can christians offer a radically subversive political message and be submissive to ruling authorities?
•How do we be subversible yet submissive? Both exist simultaneously. The aim of this book is to explore this paradox
•His authority over our lives is of a different order than the authority of govern to officials
•Gospel means political victory
•Jesus’ answer (give unto Caesar what is Caesar’s and God what’s Gods) cannot be construed to mean that these are separate spheres: political and religious. His answer brings the two realms together and institutionally distinguishes them. God has all authority and Caesar’s fits under Gods, not over it.
•When Barabbas is released the true insurrectionist is set free
•In crucifying the king of the Jews, Pilate enthrones him
•Though Jesus had every opportunity to be critical of Rome he rarely did so explicitly. When asked what to do with Rome he said obey them and pay taxes
•The most subversive thing we can do is exist in the kingdom of God among the kingdom of man
•We should submit to authorities as a witness. Opponents should have nothing to pin on us
•Christians participate as citizens and endure as sojourners
•There is a place for us in the modern era to protest and even overthrow governments. 1. When the government has neglected, corrupted or violated its role 2. When the government has extended its authority past its Gods-given role (infringement).
In these cases disobedience can be warranted
•The state can be both a servant of God and an instrument of the devil at the same time
There were places here and there where I didn’t agree with his interpretation, more so in regards with some semi-current events. To put it plainly, I wish he didn’t draw such a hard line on what should and should not have been done regarding masks and orders regarding Covid. Because let’s be mature adults and be forreal here: masking was about wayyyy more than actual masks. I really wish authors didn’t write so explicitly about Covid related things so closely to the incident because as more things come to light, I think a lot of these authors may be changing their tune. And I think you really gotta be really careful about this especially when discussing being submissive or subversive. But I found the core of his message to be grounding.
If you’re wondering where you placed your pitchfork last and if you need to become aware of its whereabouts before reading this, don’t worry. Patrick looks at politics as shown in the Bible, rather than starting with politics and searching the scriptures with carefully selected verses that support his agenda. AKA it’s super Bible heavy. You can now sigh in relief.
Patrick states that his intent is to make make a case not for partisanship but for rulership. What I can personally comment on is I was very pleased with was the exegesis of the many biblical passages found throughout scripture that handle politics, as well as exploring the actions of those throughout church history. I had no idea the political imagery that is constantly being alluded to both in the old and New Testament. For example, when Jesus was casting out the demon called “Legion”, I was unaware of (aside from the demons name) that there were other political symbols throughout that story, such as the significance of the pig in the Roman military. I also did not realize how communion would have been viewed as a blatant political message to those living at that time, or how the dove at Jesus’ baptism would have been compared to the imagery of the eagle representing Rome.
Rather than give a summary, I have many quotes or mini summaries:
•Christianity is in itself a politic. It is an all encompassing vision of the world and human life. This all encompassing vision is meant to be enacted in the church, showcased to our neighbors, and spread to the world. Politics answers the questions: how do we live together? How do we deal with money? How do we treat our enemies? What is authority? How should we love? Whom should we love? What does it mean to be human? How do we form communities? What is justice? Who is in charge? How do we disagree?
It’s how we partner together for the flourishing of humanity and the world.
•Christian politics is how we integrate our confession that Jesus is Lord with our call to love our neighbors.
•Jesus knew politics mattered as he was nailed on a Roman cross…
Yet he was not after an earthly throne
•Christianity is political but it has been partisonized. Christianity is public, but it is been privatized.
•Christians are alien delegates to the world of a different kingdom.
•How can christians offer a radically subversive political message and be submissive to ruling authorities?
•How do we be subversible yet submissive? Both exist simultaneously. The aim of this book is to explore this paradox
•His authority over our lives is of a different order than the authority of govern to officials
•Gospel means political victory
•Jesus’ answer (give unto Caesar what is Caesar’s and God what’s Gods) cannot be construed to mean that these are separate spheres: political and religious. His answer brings the two realms together and institutionally distinguishes them. God has all authority and Caesar’s fits under Gods, not over it.
•When Barabbas is released the true insurrectionist is set free
•In crucifying the king of the Jews, Pilate enthrones him
•Though Jesus had every opportunity to be critical of Rome he rarely did so explicitly. When asked what to do with Rome he said obey them and pay taxes
•The most subversive thing we can do is exist in the kingdom of God among the kingdom of man
•We should submit to authorities as a witness. Opponents should have nothing to pin on us
•Christians participate as citizens and endure as sojourners
•There is a place for us in the modern era to protest and even overthrow governments. 1. When the government has neglected, corrupted or violated its role 2. When the government has extended its authority past its Gods-given role (infringement).
In these cases disobedience can be warranted
•The state can be both a servant of God and an instrument of the devil at the same time
There were places here and there where I didn’t agree with his interpretation, more so in regards with some semi-current events. To put it plainly, I wish he didn’t draw such a hard line on what should and should not have been done regarding masks and orders regarding Covid. Because let’s be mature adults and be forreal here: masking was about wayyyy more than actual masks. I really wish authors didn’t write so explicitly about Covid related things so closely to the incident because as more things come to light, I think a lot of these authors may be changing their tune. And I think you really gotta be really careful about this especially when discussing being submissive or subversive. But I found the core of his message to be grounding.
November 10, 2024
I really enjoyed this book. It is about politics and how we deal with them as Christians. The author's arguments are solid and compelling.
June 24, 2025
A great reminder to not let politics steer us towards desiring temporal man centered justice and to instead see our political position in the Gospel message of Christ’s triumph over sin.
November 1, 2024
A recommendation by Alex Tuckness during his talk on politics in the spring!
I hate to call this elementary because I feel like the word has more negative connotations than positive, but I’m walking away from this book with a very simple (yet new) perspective: Jesus was political and the gospel is political. If you already know this to be true, you probably don’t need to read this book.
Additionally, I just don’t really like Patrick Schreiner as an author. Sorry Jeff. Sorry Midwestern.
I hate to call this elementary because I feel like the word has more negative connotations than positive, but I’m walking away from this book with a very simple (yet new) perspective: Jesus was political and the gospel is political. If you already know this to be true, you probably don’t need to read this book.
Additionally, I just don’t really like Patrick Schreiner as an author. Sorry Jeff. Sorry Midwestern.
October 21, 2022
Dr Schreiner’s writings are rich with biblical and historical exegesis. He writes with clarity, a compelling voice, and an easy to follow logic. Political Gospel is one such example!
The theological uncovering of the Roman enthronement of Jesus brought me to awe and wonder, and therefore worship. The reminder of the meal and its social implications was rich, though not new to me. Subversion through submission, the way of the Lamb, the prophetic role of the church, the changing of hearts from the ground up— all wonderful gospel truths to be applied to the politic of the body of Christ. The principles of this book must be considered by all Christians, for they are biblical. Christians must be discipled in how we engage in the public square, specifically the politic of human government, and our first allegiance must direct and control all other allegiances. In short, Christ is our King. He rules the governments of man. We must ask: How would He have us live as Kingdom citizens, and citizens of the nations of the earth? This book seeks to answer that question.
A good book will challenge your viewpoint. I don’t mind my viewpoint being challenged, in fact I welcome it. My viewpoint is from the perspective of a conservative Christian still living in Portland. As a conservative Christian, one must know that I am against Christian-nationalism. Christian nationalism is a separate gospel, an anti-gospel to the true gospel of Jesus Christ. Therefore, I found myself agreeing with the principles of this book— almost entirely, but sometimes disagreeing (slightly, and sometimes not so slightly) with the application. That might have more to do with elements not prescribed in a Biblical Theological worldview, and what we accept as truth.
That being said, I have three main critiques of this book:
First, it appeared to assume as truth some things that aren’t prescribed in the Bible. This, largely in relation to COVID. The mask/no-mask issue is so closely tied to the vax/ no-vax that it is hard to separate. The book didn’t address vaccination— that must be known. However, there’s a problem when we draw a hardline on what people should have done— medically especially, during Covid. Churches were torn apart because they took a hardline, trying to unite under their position on COVID, rather than uniting under the gospel! Dr Schreiner mentioned masks, described an incident, and made a proclamation on an issue. I wish he would have addressed the heart of the matter— at that point of the book. That would then address the action, too.
Second, because of the above, an opportunity was missed to persuade those who needed to hear what the book offered. Because of how this specific issue was presented, those whom hold such positions would have put down the book, or thrown it across the room, and not have read the rest of the content. This would have been tragic! Unfortunately, where and how that argument was placed did not serve the ones who needed to hear it. Had this argument come at the end of the book, or at least addressed the heart in the moment, it would have looked much different. No critique needed. But, here we are. C’est la vie.
Third, the social implications of racial injustice could have interacted more with differing viewpoints. I’m asking for more — not less! I would encourage a conversation to draw people of differing viewpoints to examine their position. But you must graciously understand and state that position first. In a recent conversation with a friend, he described his conversion to Christ through a book. The book so graciously articulated his position that he rejoiced that someone understood what he was thinking and feeling. And then, that book graciously and articulately deconstructed that position, and pointed him to the gospel and a Christ-centered worldview.
Now, this book was written over a year ago. Much has changed, and much has come to light since then. What still remains true is this: the Church needs to know the way of the Lamb. We need to engage the world in politics with grace and truth. We need to be Matthew 5 people, who are poor in spirit, mourn for hurting, meek in power, hungry for righteousness, rich and generous in mercy, pure in heart and intent, pursuant of peace, and rejoicing in our suffering. We follow the way of the Lamb, and even though we are slain, we are more than conquerers, as we wait for the Lion’s return.
Read this book. And patiently wait and pray, “Come, Lord Jesus!”
The theological uncovering of the Roman enthronement of Jesus brought me to awe and wonder, and therefore worship. The reminder of the meal and its social implications was rich, though not new to me. Subversion through submission, the way of the Lamb, the prophetic role of the church, the changing of hearts from the ground up— all wonderful gospel truths to be applied to the politic of the body of Christ. The principles of this book must be considered by all Christians, for they are biblical. Christians must be discipled in how we engage in the public square, specifically the politic of human government, and our first allegiance must direct and control all other allegiances. In short, Christ is our King. He rules the governments of man. We must ask: How would He have us live as Kingdom citizens, and citizens of the nations of the earth? This book seeks to answer that question.
A good book will challenge your viewpoint. I don’t mind my viewpoint being challenged, in fact I welcome it. My viewpoint is from the perspective of a conservative Christian still living in Portland. As a conservative Christian, one must know that I am against Christian-nationalism. Christian nationalism is a separate gospel, an anti-gospel to the true gospel of Jesus Christ. Therefore, I found myself agreeing with the principles of this book— almost entirely, but sometimes disagreeing (slightly, and sometimes not so slightly) with the application. That might have more to do with elements not prescribed in a Biblical Theological worldview, and what we accept as truth.
That being said, I have three main critiques of this book:
First, it appeared to assume as truth some things that aren’t prescribed in the Bible. This, largely in relation to COVID. The mask/no-mask issue is so closely tied to the vax/ no-vax that it is hard to separate. The book didn’t address vaccination— that must be known. However, there’s a problem when we draw a hardline on what people should have done— medically especially, during Covid. Churches were torn apart because they took a hardline, trying to unite under their position on COVID, rather than uniting under the gospel! Dr Schreiner mentioned masks, described an incident, and made a proclamation on an issue. I wish he would have addressed the heart of the matter— at that point of the book. That would then address the action, too.
Second, because of the above, an opportunity was missed to persuade those who needed to hear what the book offered. Because of how this specific issue was presented, those whom hold such positions would have put down the book, or thrown it across the room, and not have read the rest of the content. This would have been tragic! Unfortunately, where and how that argument was placed did not serve the ones who needed to hear it. Had this argument come at the end of the book, or at least addressed the heart in the moment, it would have looked much different. No critique needed. But, here we are. C’est la vie.
Third, the social implications of racial injustice could have interacted more with differing viewpoints. I’m asking for more — not less! I would encourage a conversation to draw people of differing viewpoints to examine their position. But you must graciously understand and state that position first. In a recent conversation with a friend, he described his conversion to Christ through a book. The book so graciously articulated his position that he rejoiced that someone understood what he was thinking and feeling. And then, that book graciously and articulately deconstructed that position, and pointed him to the gospel and a Christ-centered worldview.
Now, this book was written over a year ago. Much has changed, and much has come to light since then. What still remains true is this: the Church needs to know the way of the Lamb. We need to engage the world in politics with grace and truth. We need to be Matthew 5 people, who are poor in spirit, mourn for hurting, meek in power, hungry for righteousness, rich and generous in mercy, pure in heart and intent, pursuant of peace, and rejoicing in our suffering. We follow the way of the Lamb, and even though we are slain, we are more than conquerers, as we wait for the Lion’s return.
Read this book. And patiently wait and pray, “Come, Lord Jesus!”
September 28, 2023
Into the blast furnace of political rage and hysteria, Patrick Schreiner brings a cool, fresh breeze that clears heads and calms souls.
Rather than erupting about particular issues, his book Political Gospel takes a measured and insightful look at what the Bible says about Christians and governments.
First, Schreiner says the gospel is decidedly political but not the way we might think. It is not partisan. It does not justify supporting one party or another. Rather it is political in that the gospel speaks to our common public life that we all share, regardless of our beliefs.
Jesus, after all, said he was king. And certainly the Roman government as well as the Jewish leaders understood that to be political. So political, in fact, that it got him killed.
The word gospel was also taken from the world of politics, a word meaning “good news” that was applied to the announcement of military victories.
Even the word believe (as in “repent and believe the gospel”) was about loyalty as much as faith. Who would we be loyal to ultimately? Caesar or God? That’s political.
With skill and expertise, Schreiner handles all the passages we’d expect and many we wouldn’t that bear on these questions. Yes, Romans 13 encourages submitting to government authorities because their authority comes from God. But we must also lay that alongside Revelation 13 which views governments as sourced in Satan.
How do we deal with this dual nature of civic power? With a dual response—both submission and subversion, Schreiner contending that this was Jesus’ own response.
Jesus submitted to a Roman trial when he could have used his power (that is, he could have used violence) to stop it. He didn’t. Nonetheless, he refused to accept Rome’s authority as ultimate. God was the source of whatever authority the government had. While the government could act contrary to God, it was nonetheless responsible for its misdeeds and for failing to provide justice for the weak and oppressed.
Likewise, Paul proclaimed a subversive message contrary to the government’s view of the gods and what it meant to be a loyal citizen, but he submitted to government authorities and procedures when arrested—much like his Master.
Schreiner’s framework, as he himself admits, doesn’t resolve every public debate. We still have knotty problems to untie. But he does offer principles to guide us—principles that clearly don’t include ridiculing others, name calling, self-righteous anger, or violence.
Throughout Schreiner highlights Jesus’ third way—not a compromise between two extremes but a path that refuses to accept the assumptions or categories of either side.
One of his most important insights in applying the framework of submission and subversion is that how we employ these two strategies is dependent on how much power we have in society. “For those with power, submission means sacrifice and service. We sacrifice our own desires and power for the common good.” Subversion means taking advantage of “opportunities to reform” from the inside in the cause of justice for those without power, not for our benefit or that of our group.
Those with less power will spend more time critiquing or protesting the existing norms” (p. 198-99) even as they seek to show respect for those in authority. In either case, to subvert is to suffer for doing good.
Clearly, when so few American Christians seem to believe we should love our enemies, the church has failed in political discipleship. Political Gospel is a step toward faithfully bearing witness to the kingdom of God.
Rather than erupting about particular issues, his book Political Gospel takes a measured and insightful look at what the Bible says about Christians and governments.
First, Schreiner says the gospel is decidedly political but not the way we might think. It is not partisan. It does not justify supporting one party or another. Rather it is political in that the gospel speaks to our common public life that we all share, regardless of our beliefs.
Jesus, after all, said he was king. And certainly the Roman government as well as the Jewish leaders understood that to be political. So political, in fact, that it got him killed.
The word gospel was also taken from the world of politics, a word meaning “good news” that was applied to the announcement of military victories.
Even the word believe (as in “repent and believe the gospel”) was about loyalty as much as faith. Who would we be loyal to ultimately? Caesar or God? That’s political.
With skill and expertise, Schreiner handles all the passages we’d expect and many we wouldn’t that bear on these questions. Yes, Romans 13 encourages submitting to government authorities because their authority comes from God. But we must also lay that alongside Revelation 13 which views governments as sourced in Satan.
How do we deal with this dual nature of civic power? With a dual response—both submission and subversion, Schreiner contending that this was Jesus’ own response.
Jesus submitted to a Roman trial when he could have used his power (that is, he could have used violence) to stop it. He didn’t. Nonetheless, he refused to accept Rome’s authority as ultimate. God was the source of whatever authority the government had. While the government could act contrary to God, it was nonetheless responsible for its misdeeds and for failing to provide justice for the weak and oppressed.
Likewise, Paul proclaimed a subversive message contrary to the government’s view of the gods and what it meant to be a loyal citizen, but he submitted to government authorities and procedures when arrested—much like his Master.
Schreiner’s framework, as he himself admits, doesn’t resolve every public debate. We still have knotty problems to untie. But he does offer principles to guide us—principles that clearly don’t include ridiculing others, name calling, self-righteous anger, or violence.
Throughout Schreiner highlights Jesus’ third way—not a compromise between two extremes but a path that refuses to accept the assumptions or categories of either side.
One of his most important insights in applying the framework of submission and subversion is that how we employ these two strategies is dependent on how much power we have in society. “For those with power, submission means sacrifice and service. We sacrifice our own desires and power for the common good.” Subversion means taking advantage of “opportunities to reform” from the inside in the cause of justice for those without power, not for our benefit or that of our group.
Those with less power will spend more time critiquing or protesting the existing norms” (p. 198-99) even as they seek to show respect for those in authority. In either case, to subvert is to suffer for doing good.
Clearly, when so few American Christians seem to believe we should love our enemies, the church has failed in political discipleship. Political Gospel is a step toward faithfully bearing witness to the kingdom of God.
September 13, 2023
Political Gospel is one of the latest books by author, pastor, and professor, Patrick Schreiner. The book begins by considering what Schreiner refers to as political discipleship. In the Introduction, Schreiner helpfully explained, “Politics is simply how we partner together for the flourishing of humanity and the world. We must open the horizon of politics past partisanship and allow God to have his say again. Christian politics concerns how we integrate our confession that Jesus is Lord with our call to love our neighbors,” (pg. 6).
Throughout Political Gospel, Schreiner makes the distinction between politics and partisanship and also between submission and subversion. I enjoyed reading about these distinctions because I believe they are necessary for Christian conversations about politics. A lack of distinction in political conversations seems to create a quick path toward conflict and establishing distinctions creates a context where understanding flourishes. I believe the practice of establishing distinctions is incredibly helpful and is likely to encourage Christians to partner together and reach for common goals rather than talk past each other in political matters.
In the footnote on page 14, Schreiner wrote, “A chasm separates historical studies and political theology (at least in my field). It’s time to build a bridge across this abyss. We should look at how Jesus and early Christians responded to the Roman Empire and then draw principles from their interaction for our own political formation and public witness.” He uses the rest of the book to do this and does it well.
On page 62 he explained, “Typically, political ‘discipleship’ is being told what to think about certain issues (abortion, immigration, climate change) rather than beginning with the foundational principles of political theology. This is backwards. We have to work up from the foundation rather than down from the issues.”
One page over Schreiner boldly asked, “. . . if governing authorities are God’s servants, what does it look like to honor and obey in the modern era?” and he helps readers created a biblical framework for answering that question. He even boldly addressed some issues that occurred during the pandemic that conflicted Christians. I appreciate his boldness and his apparent love and reverence for God’s word.
While this book is serious in nature, Schreiner included some humorous remarks throughout. The anecdote about him needing a hipster fade made me laugh because my husband is equally passionate about receiving one. I also laughed while coming across the comment about serving in the Lord’s army, and enjoyed the reference to John 21:25 regarding gospel centered titles. I highlighted much of this book and have been greatly helped by it. Political Gospel is a book I will be thinking about for a while and I highly recommend it.
If you’re a Christian who’s hoping to understand the intersection of faith and politics, I strongly encourage you to read Political Gospel.
Throughout Political Gospel, Schreiner makes the distinction between politics and partisanship and also between submission and subversion. I enjoyed reading about these distinctions because I believe they are necessary for Christian conversations about politics. A lack of distinction in political conversations seems to create a quick path toward conflict and establishing distinctions creates a context where understanding flourishes. I believe the practice of establishing distinctions is incredibly helpful and is likely to encourage Christians to partner together and reach for common goals rather than talk past each other in political matters.
In the footnote on page 14, Schreiner wrote, “A chasm separates historical studies and political theology (at least in my field). It’s time to build a bridge across this abyss. We should look at how Jesus and early Christians responded to the Roman Empire and then draw principles from their interaction for our own political formation and public witness.” He uses the rest of the book to do this and does it well.
On page 62 he explained, “Typically, political ‘discipleship’ is being told what to think about certain issues (abortion, immigration, climate change) rather than beginning with the foundational principles of political theology. This is backwards. We have to work up from the foundation rather than down from the issues.”
One page over Schreiner boldly asked, “. . . if governing authorities are God’s servants, what does it look like to honor and obey in the modern era?” and he helps readers created a biblical framework for answering that question. He even boldly addressed some issues that occurred during the pandemic that conflicted Christians. I appreciate his boldness and his apparent love and reverence for God’s word.
While this book is serious in nature, Schreiner included some humorous remarks throughout. The anecdote about him needing a hipster fade made me laugh because my husband is equally passionate about receiving one. I also laughed while coming across the comment about serving in the Lord’s army, and enjoyed the reference to John 21:25 regarding gospel centered titles. I highlighted much of this book and have been greatly helped by it. Political Gospel is a book I will be thinking about for a while and I highly recommend it.
If you’re a Christian who’s hoping to understand the intersection of faith and politics, I strongly encourage you to read Political Gospel.
November 3, 2022
The author's argument is that Christianity is political. He demonstrates the premise with Scripture. His definition of political is "the activities associated with the organization and governance of people." So for a Christian, politics is "how we integrate our confession that Jesus is Lord with our call to love our neighbor."
I believe that is an appropriate definition and application. That being said I do not relate politics in the gospel as specifically as Schreiner.
Familiar biblical events- casting out Legions of demons, the temptations of Christ, the Trial of Christ, the Empire of Rome, the church, even the idea of 'gospel' - are cast in the light of this politic. Schreiner offers some relevant insights, new to me, in this narration. His explanation of whether Caesar should receive taxes is well presented.
In this framework, a believer must submit and subvert. Submit to God as the Highest authority and subvert earthly authority by "existing as the kingdom of God amid the kingdom of man." We speak the truth and justice of God. This will create "a community so loyal to King Jesus that all other political allegiances pale in comparison." The outcome is this. "We are truly political when we speak more of God's reign and thereby put Caesar's reign in its proper place."
As I began the book I presumed that I would find many disagreements but Schreiner and I have much in common. Most importantly, we hold that politics as usual has played too big a role in the church. The church must "proclaim God's kingdom and the gospel of hope. . . Maybe that means we should stop watching so much cable news and get together with people from our congregations for meals, inviting others to do the same."
I believe that is an appropriate definition and application. That being said I do not relate politics in the gospel as specifically as Schreiner.
Familiar biblical events- casting out Legions of demons, the temptations of Christ, the Trial of Christ, the Empire of Rome, the church, even the idea of 'gospel' - are cast in the light of this politic. Schreiner offers some relevant insights, new to me, in this narration. His explanation of whether Caesar should receive taxes is well presented.
In this framework, a believer must submit and subvert. Submit to God as the Highest authority and subvert earthly authority by "existing as the kingdom of God amid the kingdom of man." We speak the truth and justice of God. This will create "a community so loyal to King Jesus that all other political allegiances pale in comparison." The outcome is this. "We are truly political when we speak more of God's reign and thereby put Caesar's reign in its proper place."
As I began the book I presumed that I would find many disagreements but Schreiner and I have much in common. Most importantly, we hold that politics as usual has played too big a role in the church. The church must "proclaim God's kingdom and the gospel of hope. . . Maybe that means we should stop watching so much cable news and get together with people from our congregations for meals, inviting others to do the same."
September 29, 2022
Patrick Schreiner has written a timely book for evangelicals. Beginning with the premise that the message of the Gospel is a political statement, Schreiner outlines from Scripture that early Christianity and specifically the ordinances they practiced were political statements and would have been understood in that capacity. Both baptism and the Lord’s Supper were direct claims that Jesus is the true king. My favorite part of this book is the background material detailed to defend this claim. This is very well done.
The author uses Augustine’s City of God/City of Man dichotomy to show the tension that Christians must navigate. The reader is reminded that our contemporary culture is not the first to have this dialogue. This tension manifests in the reality that Christians are commanded to both submit to and subvert governing authorities. Schreiner shows that contemporary Christians find themselves between opposing theological paradigms that present very different approaches to navigate this tension. Dispensationalism leads to a withdrawal mentality while the postmillennial theonomist argues for an aggressive capturing of governing authority. Only when the Church fully captures the tension of being citizens of two nations can the tension be resolved. Until the return of Jesus, Christians must balance the submit/subvert tension.
This is an important work by Dr. Schreiner. Thankful for his balanced approach to the debate currently raging in evangelicalism. I would encourage you to read this book.
The author uses Augustine’s City of God/City of Man dichotomy to show the tension that Christians must navigate. The reader is reminded that our contemporary culture is not the first to have this dialogue. This tension manifests in the reality that Christians are commanded to both submit to and subvert governing authorities. Schreiner shows that contemporary Christians find themselves between opposing theological paradigms that present very different approaches to navigate this tension. Dispensationalism leads to a withdrawal mentality while the postmillennial theonomist argues for an aggressive capturing of governing authority. Only when the Church fully captures the tension of being citizens of two nations can the tension be resolved. Until the return of Jesus, Christians must balance the submit/subvert tension.
This is an important work by Dr. Schreiner. Thankful for his balanced approach to the debate currently raging in evangelicalism. I would encourage you to read this book.
November 28, 2023
A good book overall. Patrick does a good job of moving the Gospel of the Kingdom of God from the place of private concern to a political reality. His opening story of him sharing the gospel with his hair stylist in Portland is dynamite. He tells her of Jesus’s coming kingdom and the forgiveness needed to enter this kingdom. He explains that Christ’s kingdom will cover the earth when Christ returns and it will be unlike any government this world has ever seen. By sharing in this way, the gospel is not just private faith, but it is also not just an expression of the current Republican party (which usually gets 95% of my votes). He shows the principle that the Kingdom of God is not private and not partisan from the Gospels and Revelation. What Patrick does not do is explain the development of government since the New Testament. What is the role of Christians in a democratic Republic that invites its citizens into participation? How is our system of government different than the Roman’s of the New Testament? Patrick does not explain these things therefore when he gives his political option it seems out of place, but maybe I’m just basis because I disagreed with his political on some issues. Overall a good read, but there might be a better one out there than gives more political history and some civil lessons.
December 21, 2023
This book is not your average Christian book on Politics. The author provides a balanced approach including examples from both the left and the right. Throughout the book he takes a strong stand against nationalism (p 193). This is refreshing to read, especially considering the numerous books highlighting "Christian Nationalism" with a post-millennial hermeneutic.
The most helpful part of this book was the consistent examples of how he sees his "political Gospel" working out in culture. Another helpful part of the book was how the author did not address Romans 13 or 1 Peter 2 until the fifth chapter. He does this intentionally to show how the Bible addresses political issues on more occasions than this.
One frustrating element is that he seems to focus on the "event" happening in the NT and not the "text" itself. This was the biggest turn off for me, as this repeatedly happened. Another difficulty I had with this book is he seems to inflate the political nature of the Bible beyond what is there simply reading the text.
The most helpful part of this book was the consistent examples of how he sees his "political Gospel" working out in culture. Another helpful part of the book was how the author did not address Romans 13 or 1 Peter 2 until the fifth chapter. He does this intentionally to show how the Bible addresses political issues on more occasions than this.
One frustrating element is that he seems to focus on the "event" happening in the NT and not the "text" itself. This was the biggest turn off for me, as this repeatedly happened. Another difficulty I had with this book is he seems to inflate the political nature of the Bible beyond what is there simply reading the text.
May 6, 2023
Schreiner does a good job of outlining how Christianity is "fully political." He shows that faithfulness is a kind of "third way" (though he never uses that phrase) between two options (e.g. being political instead of partisan or private), and no he isn't talking about choosing between the parties in American politics.
We are to submit and subvert the governing authorities of our day. Schreiner describes this well, even though I wish he dove into the particular issues more.
It was also interesting to read a book like this written in 2022, to see his critique of the way churches handled everything that happened in America from 2016-2021.
Speaking on those years, he quotes Derwin Gray, "... the evidence suggests churches have failed to disciple people in the realm of political engagement. Many are leaving churches over politics before they will leave their politics for a church." Ouch.
Great book! Thought-provoking, for sure. Thanks for the footnotes instead of endnotes :)
We are to submit and subvert the governing authorities of our day. Schreiner describes this well, even though I wish he dove into the particular issues more.
It was also interesting to read a book like this written in 2022, to see his critique of the way churches handled everything that happened in America from 2016-2021.
Speaking on those years, he quotes Derwin Gray, "... the evidence suggests churches have failed to disciple people in the realm of political engagement. Many are leaving churches over politics before they will leave their politics for a church." Ouch.
Great book! Thought-provoking, for sure. Thanks for the footnotes instead of endnotes :)
June 29, 2024
I was looking forward to this book but I’m halfway through and I just can’t force myself to finish. Maybe I misunderstand but it seems like the author is looking at the historical context and reading into Scripture beyond what’s indicated in the text or what’s found when comparing Scripture with Scripture. I do not think that Jesus and Paul were as self consciously political as the book indicates even though Christianity did upend the politics and society of the day in many ways, especially since Paul says that we “wrestle not against flesh and blood.” Maybe it gets better if you keep reading to the end...
October 18, 2023
4.5/5 stars
Really great book - written with lots of wisdom and insight. And it strikes the proper biblical balance between extremes. His insight into submission/subversions is super helpful as well as his charts toward the end. The framing of the three parts of the book are also very good. Personally, I wish there was a bit more practicals (living out), though I think living in the tension is part of the point!
It will encourage and challenge you to be more political (not partisan!), not less. The gospel is a political announcement after all! Overall, very helpful and encouraging!
Really great book - written with lots of wisdom and insight. And it strikes the proper biblical balance between extremes. His insight into submission/subversions is super helpful as well as his charts toward the end. The framing of the three parts of the book are also very good. Personally, I wish there was a bit more practicals (living out), though I think living in the tension is part of the point!
It will encourage and challenge you to be more political (not partisan!), not less. The gospel is a political announcement after all! Overall, very helpful and encouraging!
July 15, 2024
Still digesting this. I see a lot of what he had to say as being really good and solid. I think there are some places I would love to ask the author some questions. I also think there is a case to be made for a version of nationalism that is not as characterized by our divided culture. There are also a few sections that left me scratching my head, but I think that is what Dr. Schreiner was intending to do.
July 13, 2025
I was hesitant but hopeful when I started this book. I am not American and a part of me feared this would be too political (which sounds odd for a book about politics BUT I didn't need another book telling me what policies I should and shouldn't support). That's not what this book was. This book at its core told us God is His own politician. His own party. The ultimate King. Everything we do before we join Him for eternity is political. Political for Him.
October 19, 2024
There were parts of this book that I agreed with and others that I didn't. In a lot of cases, I agreed with the author about what Jesus is about and what values we should have as Christians, but I didn't always agree with the author's conclusions that stemmed from there. He seems very sure of himself and doesn't give a lot of space for nuance, which I would have liked to see.
November 4, 2024
This was a great read in the current climate, I had a few things I’d disagree on or maybe it was the wording. I do think we are called to more in our community- than I felt this book made clear. However, the kingdom of God over all else and Jesus is non partisan is a great way to view things…it’s in God’s hands, we can vote how we feel but our faith belongs to Jesus not the government.
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July 17, 2023PC: Christianity is political.
Def: Politics = public life.
Xianity itself is political.
FCF: Churches are partisan or privatized.
Truth: human governments are subordinate to God’s rule.
We are to subvert and submit to governing authorities.
Def: Politics = public life.
Xianity itself is political.
FCF: Churches are partisan or privatized.
Truth: human governments are subordinate to God’s rule.
We are to subvert and submit to governing authorities.
May 26, 2024
Great content, but communication method not my favorite - a bit meandering.
October 15, 2024
The author makes the helpful observation and fleshes it out throughout the book: The gospel is inherently political because it proclaims that Jesus is King, not any earthly power.
March 25, 2025
Extremely well balanced. Highly recommended.
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