The rejecting Christian nationalism, reclaiming true faith, and refounding democracy Wallis, Jim creator author. Glaude, Eddie S. Jr 1968- writer of foreword. text bibliography nyu 2024 First edition monographic eng

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xvi, 286 pages ; 25 cm "It is time, says Jim Wallis, to call out genuine faith--specifically the "Christian" in white Christian nationalism--inviting all who can be persuaded to reject and help dismantle a false gospel that propagates white supremacy and autocracy. We need to raise up the faith of all of us, and help those who are oblivious, stuck, and captive to the ideology and idolatry of white Christian nationalism that is leading us to such great danger. Wallis turns our attention to six iconic texts at the heart of what genuine biblical faith means and what Jesus, in the gospels, has called us to do. It is time to ask anew: do we believe these teachings or not? This book isn't only for Christians but for all faith traditions, and even those with no faith at all. When we see a civic promotion of fear, hate, and violence for the trajectory of our politics, we need a civic faith of love, healing, and hope to defeat it. And that must involve all of us--religious or not. Learning to practice a politics of neighbor love will be central to the future of democracy in America. And more than ever, the words of Jesus ring, "You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.""-- Jim Wallis ; [foreword by Eddie Glaude] Includes bibliographical references and index n-us--- Christian conservatism United States History 21st century White nationalism United States History 21st century Christianity and politics United States History 21st century Democracy Religious aspects Christianity History 21st century 261.1 W214F 261.1 W214F 9781250291899 1250291895 2023057975 DLC 240325 20241025092442.0 1427728095 eng