Christian Nationalism: Heresy or Obedience to Christ?

Why Are Pastors Afraid of Christian Nationalism? Is Christian Nationalism a dangerous heresy—or faithful obedience to Christ’s kingship over nations? In this episode, Joseph Spurgeon sits down with Pastor Richard Lusk, author of Notes on Christian Nationalism: Origins and Fault Lines, to answer the accusations, correct the lies, and clarify the calling. Read the article here: https://theopolisinstitute.com/notes-on-christian-nationalism-origins-and-fault-lines/ They tackle everything from Stephen Wolfe’s book to the fear-mongering from soft evangelicalism. This is not about nostalgia or idolatry—it’s about Christ’s Lordship over every square inch. You’ll walk away clearer, bolder, and more resolved to fight for the Lordship of Christ—over your home, your church, and your nation. Topics Covered: What Christian Nationalism is—and what it is not Heresy, idolatry, or biblical obedience? Does Jesus care about nations or just souls? How pietism neutered evangelical theology Postmillennialism and Christ’s dominion Should Christians apply God's law publicly? Why the secular state is not neutral Recovering masculinity and biblical courage How the Left built their false religion Rebuilding Christendom for our children Chapters & Timestamps: 00:00 – Cold Open & Podcast Intro 02:15 – Who is Pastor Richard Lusk? 05:10 – What is Christian Nationalism, Really? 09:30 – Responding to the “Heresy” Charge 14:50 – The Legacy of Pietism & Evangelical Retreat 19:00 – Can a Nation Be Discipled Without Christ? 23:15 – Is the Gospel Just About the Soul? 27:30 – The Religion of the Modern State 31:45 – Why Neutrality is a Myth 37:10 – Christ's Authority Over Nations 42:25 – Theonomy, Dominion, and Civil Law 48:00 – Answering the Critics 54:40 – Postmillennialism and National Hope 1:00:25 – Christian Masculinity and National Leadership 1:05:15 – The Feminization of the Church 1:11:20 – Real Steps to Build Christian Culture 1:17:00 – The Church’s Role in Nation-Building 1:21:45 – Final Thoughts: Heresy or Obedience? 1:24:10 – Closing & Call to Action Comment Section Prompt: Do you believe Christian Nationalism is obedience to Christ—or theological error? What are you doing to build something for His Kingdom? Find Us on Social Media: 🔹 Gab: https://gab.com/thepatriarchypodcast 🔹 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePatriarchyPodcast 🔹 X (Twitter): https://x.com/PatriarchyPod 🔹 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepatriarchypodcast Visit us everywhere: https://linktr.ee/thepatriarchypodcast Listen on Your Favorite Podcast Platform: 🍏 Apple Podcasts – https://tinyurl.com/f3ruzrsa 🎵 Spotify – https://tinyurl.com/58tm5zjz ⛪ Sovereign King Church – https://linktr.ee/sovereignkingchurch Sponsored By: Steadfast Cigars – For men who reject passivity and take dominion Order now: https://steadfastcigars.com/ Fit Father Project – Reclaim discipline and strength for life Start here: https://secure.fitfatherproject.com/a/transformation/4539 Books by Joseph Spurgeon: It’s Good to Be a Boy – https://a.co/d/7zpEh5D It’s Good to Be a Girl – https://a.co/d/6VlBTzS Men need truth. Men need strength. Men need Christ. Build. Fight. Protect. Lead. This is The Patriarchy. Christian Nationalism, Christian Nationalism debate, Richard Lusk, Joseph Spurgeon, The Patriarchy Podcast, Christendom, postmillennialism, theonomy, dominion theology, pietism, biblical masculinity, Christian politics, Christian worldview, national discipleship, Stephen Wolfe, The Case for Christian Nationalism, Jesus is King, political theology, Christ over culture, Christian government, Lordship of Christ, anti-woke Christianity, reforming the nation, masculinity and leadership, biblical patriarchy, Christian state, Gospel and nations, faith and politics, reject neutrality, build Christian culture