Study Guide · Theology & Doctrine

The Demon Called "Christian Nationalism"

In this bold and timely study guide, teacher Mary Banks draws a sharp distinction between authentic Christianity and the growing movement known as Christian nationalism. With pastoral concern and scriptural grounding, she examines how Christian nationalism redefines national identity through a religious lens, entangles believers in partisan politics, and ultimately leads the church away from its true mission of reconciliation and gospel outreach. Banks walks readers through a clear definition of Christian nationalism, its key characteristics, and the theological problems it creates. She presents a side-by-side comparison of Christianity and Christian nationalism, revealing how the movement prioritizes national borders and domestic policy over the universal call of the Great Commission. Drawing from Matthew 5:44 and 2 Corinthians 5:17-19, she challenges believers to examine whether their political loyalties have displaced their devotion to God. One of the most penetrating sections of this guide addresses idolatry, specifically the danger of elevating political leaders to a status that belongs to God alone. Banks uses the biblical pattern of Israel's idolatry as a mirror for the modern church, warning that excusing moral depravity for the sake of political power is itself a form of idol worship. This study guide is ideal for small groups, Sunday school classes, and individual believers who want to think biblically about faith, politics, and the Kingdom of God. It is a courageous resource for anyone wrestling with the tension between civic engagement and spiritual integrity, and it closes with a clear call to choose whom you will serve.

Mary Banks · 1 chapter · 2k words