The Christian Civics Blog
Loving God with all our mind, when what’s on our mind is politics.
A Nation Of Outrage
Jesus drew lines in the sand. We all draw lines in the sand, too, but not as well.
The Cult of Efficiency
The cult of efficiency might be the true American civic religion, and that might be a problem.
Voting the Ticket (Might Not Be For You)
If we strive to become informed, we also have to be prepared for the way we vote to change. If it doesn’t, we’re not taking in new information, just looking for new ways to win arguments.
Telling It Like It Is: Speaking The Truth In Love
Hearing someone else give words to our thoughts and feelings is deeply affirming. But “telling it like it is” can be deceptive.
Caucuses, Primaries, and What Those Phrases Mean
Our methods for selecting candidates are relatively new, and understanding how they work is important.
Rules of the Game: Insiders, Outsiders and Knowing the Difference
Capitol Hill is not a game, but games can teach you a lot about navigating this weird culture.
The Calling Of The Church And The Calling Of A Christian
Understanding a crucial difference between a church community and the people who comprise it is vital for our public witness.
Party On: The History of Republicans and Democrats
We take our current political parties for granted, but they aren’t actually part of our constitution—and neither of them existed in the minds of our founders. Understanding their history can help us understand their place (and ours) in our country today.
The Politics of Beggars
Communion at a Christmas Eve worship service carries a profound message about our place in God’s political economy.
Capitol Hill: The Land of Lament
If complaining were an Olympic sport, Hill staffers would take home the gold every time.
The Difference Between Theocracy and Influence
The theocrat in us all tries to force change. The influencer tries to make change attractive: he befriends and looks for common cause, he persuades by teaching and example.
