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The false white gospel : rejecting Christian Nationalism, reclaiming true faith, and refounding Democracy / Jim Wallis.
""Everyone who claims to be 'Christian' or else claims to be upset by 'Christianity' needs to read this book, especially politicians using people's supposed faith for their own ends." -Margaret E. Atwood A major new work by the New York Times bestselling author, arguing that the answer to bad religion is true faith that will help re-found democracy 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.""-- Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781250291899
- ISBN: 1250291895
- Physical Description: xvi, 286 pages ; 25 cm
- Edition: First edition.
- Publisher: New York : St. Martin's Essentials, 2024.
Content descriptions
- Bibliography, etc. Note:
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- Formatted Contents Note:
- Foreword: The love battle to save the soul of America -- Introduction: crossing the color line -- The false white gospel -- Your neighbor doesn't live next door -- Made in God's image-or not? -- Lies that demand our loyalty -- Jesus' final test of discipleship -- Peacemakers, not conflict makers -- Our community is not a tribe -- A remnant church -- Acknowledgments -- What's next -- Additional resources -- Bibliography -- Notes -- Index.
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- 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.
Conservatisme chrétien > États-Unis > Histoire > 21e siècle.
Nationalisme blanc > États-Unis > Histoire > 21e siècle.
Christianisme et politique > États-Unis > Histoire > 21e siècle.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rocklin | 320.55 W214f 2024 (Text) | 3WJU00081122 | Stacks--Upper Level | Available | - |