Why Christians Must Rediscover Civics | Elizabeth Landis

Join host Aaron Renn as he sits down with Elizabeth Landis, author of The Forgotten Realm: Civics for American Christians, to explore why Christians need to engage more deeply in the civil realm. From local government to federalism, Elizabeth shares her journey from a concerned citizen to a passionate advocate for civic involvement, offering practical insights and biblical wisdom for Christians navigating governance. Discover how to move beyond voting, build relationships across political divides, and become a winsome force for change in your community. Get your copy of The Forgotten Realm via the link below.(00:00 - Introduction: Welcome to the Podcast)(01:03 - Why Civics is the "Forgotten Realm" for Christians)(02:37 - What Sparked Elizabeth’s Civic Awakening)(06:38 - A Primer on American Government: From Local to Federal)(09:15 - Uncovering Federalism and Election Systems)(12:38 - Engaging with Local Government in Moscow, Idaho)(17:07 - Building Unexpected Friendships Across Ideologies)(19:17 - Opportunities for Christians in Civic Roles)(24:21 - The Call for Christians to Care About Governance)(29:02 - Christian Diplomacy: A Winsome Approach to Civics)(33:06 - Conclusion: Key Takeaways and Book Info)Buy The Forgotten Realm: Civics for American Christians - https://www.amazon.com/Forgotten-Realm-Civics-American-Christians/dp/1963505085/?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=theurban-20Subscribe to my newsletter: https://www.aaronrenn.com/