Christian Nationalism: When Patriotism Replaces The Gospel

In an era of rising nationalism and deepening political polarization, many Christians find their faith co-opted by political agendas, their worship spaces displaying national symbols alongside the cross, and their loyalties divided between the Kingdom of God and earthly kingdoms. When the Cross is Draped in a Flag offers a timely, prophetic, and theologically rich exploration of Christian nationalism's dangers and the path toward recovering authentic Christian witness. Through fourteen compelling chapters, this book examines: · The historical entanglement of faith and political power from Constantine to colonialism · How nationalism sacralizes symbols, borders, and identities · Jesus' radical rejection of political messianism and embrace of cruciform power · The global church's diverse expressions that challenge Western cultural captivity · Practical pathways for churches to embody Kingdom values in a divided world Drawing from Scripture, church history, global theology, and contemporary examples, this work provides both diagnosis and prescription for Christians seeking to disentangle their faith from nationalist ideology. It calls readers back to the scandalous, beautiful, and counter-cultural vision of a Kingdom not of this world—a Kingdom defined by love rather than power, justice rather than domination, grace rather than judgment, and unity rather than division. Perfect for pastors, small groups, theological students, and any Christian concerned about the church's witness in today's politicized climate, this book offers biblical grounding, historical perspective, and practical guidance for choosing the cross over the flag.