Why Christians Belong in Local Government with Matt Krause

Local government may not get the attention Washington does—but the decisions made closest to home can have an enormous impact on our families and communities.In this episode of Conversations with Christians Engaged, part of our Local Government Lessons series, Ben Quine sits down with Tarrant County Commissioner Matt Krause to explore why local government matters, why Christians are needed in the public square, and how believers can make a meaningful difference right where they live.Drawing from his experience in the Texas Legislature, constitutional law, and now county government, Matt shares why he chose to serve locally, what county commissioners actually do, and why biblical principles and God-given rights matter in government. He also takes us behind the effort to place a Ten Commandments monument outside the historic Tarrant County Courthouse and discusses religious liberty, the proper relationship between church and state, and the importance of restoring America’s foundational principles.Whether you’re ready to volunteer on a campaign, meet your local elected officials, attend a government meeting, or simply begin praying for your leaders by name, this conversation will encourage you to take your next step and become salt and light in your community.In this episode:Why local government has such a significant impact on everyday lifeWhat county commissioners actually doWhy Christians are needed at every level of governmentThe story behind Tarrant County’s Ten Commandments monumentGod-given rights, religious liberty, and church and stateHow to build relationships with your local elected officialsPractical ways to get involved in local elections and campaignsWhy your voice can have an outsized impact close to home