Heavenly Homeland, Episode 1: The Myth of a Christian Nation

Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: [email protected]"Heavenly Homeland: The Myth of a Christian Nation" kicks off a five-part audio series by the Faithful Politics Podcast. This series dives into Christian Nationalism in America, a blend of faith and politics that's been a part of the country's history since its founding . Brian Kaylor, a seasoned journalist at Word&Way, initiates the dialogue, focusing on Christian Nationalism's faith-politics intersection. Robert Jones of the Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI) follows, discussing Christian Nationalism's effects on American democracy and culture, especially its fusion of Christian beliefs with national identity.Kate Carté, history professor, explores the claim of America as a Christian nation, a notion intensified in the 20th century amidst societal shifts. Kristin Kobes Du Mez, a NYT bestselling author, analyzes the Christian right's rise and its impact on American culture and policy.Theologian Tremper Longman delves into biblical hermeneutics' role in Christian Nationalism, showing how Bible interpretations can back nationalist ideologies. The discussion concludes with Isaac Sharp, spotlighting evangelicalism's diversity and the perspectives of marginalized groups within the evangelical community.Must listen:"We Are Not A Christian Nation" w/Brian Kaylor, President of Word & Way"Religion, White Supremacy, and the American Future" w/Robert P. Jones, President of PRRI"Religion and the American Revolution" w/Kate Carté, Ph.D."Jesus & John Wayne" w/author Kristin Du Mez"The Other Evangelicals" w/ Isaac B. Sharp M.Div, Ph.D.Must Read: A Christian Nation? Understanding the Threat of Christian Nationalism to American Democracy and CultureThe Making of Heavenly Homeland Support Sarah Stankorb’s work and preorder Damned If She Does: Why Women Quit Church and What It Means for the Future of Religion, Releases September 15, 2026.  Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/112456/9798889837091Website: https://www.sarahstankorb.com/Support the showKeep the conversation going.Want to learn more about Faithful Politics, suggest a future guest, or connect with us directly?Visit our website:faithfulpoliticspodcast.comBrowse our bookstore, featuring books from many of our guests:faithfulpoliticspodcast.com/bookstoreSupport the show and help us keep these conversations going:patreon.com/cw/FaithfulPoliticsSubscribe for behind-the-scenes content, reflections, and updates:faithfulpolitics.substack.comContact the hosts:Josh Burtram, Faithful Host: [email protected] Wright, Political Host: [email protected] Faithful Politics:Instagram: faithful_politicsFacebook: FaithfulPoliticsPodcast