A Christian Realist view, different from nearly all forms of Christian Nationalism, is that social righteousness advances haphazardly and providentially.
Mark TooleyMarch 12, 2026
Today’s Christian nationalists identify real problems, but their prescriptions ignore the religious diversity of modern America that figures like Chuck Colson and Richard John Neuhaus sought to navigate through their ecumenical conservatism.
Darryl HartFebruary 3, 2026
Defying critics on both left and right, Daniel Darling’s “In Defense of Christian Patriotism” calls on believers to love their country.
Michael LuccheseJanuary 7, 2026
The Presbyterian Church in America’s new study committee on Christian Nationalism must address questions not only of historicity, but also practicality and relevance in contemporary America
Philip D. BunnJuly 24, 2025
First Things is arguably the most important religious publication in America today, but under R.R. Reno it has sharply diverged from the views of its founder Richard John Neuhaus
Ian MarkhamMay 14, 2025
Contra the idea of Christian nationalism, SBTS professor John Wilsey argues that America has always held religion and liberty together in tension
Jacob OganMarch 28, 2025
John Brown was no Christian nationalist
Louis DeCaroMarch 20, 2025
To understand discourse around “Christian nationalism,” look no further than the abolitionist hailed by many on the left
Shiv PariharDecember 13, 2024
Christian Realism is far preferable to Christian Nationalism for emphasizing individual liberty and rightful patriotism without idolizing the state, an ideology, a party, or a demagogue
Eric PattersonDecember 12, 2024