Christian nationalism is the belief that a country should be officially Christian and that political power should protect or promote that identity. But following Jesus is not the same as making a nation powerful.
We can love our country without putting it above God. Our first loyalty belongs to Jesus—not a flag, a leader, or a political party. Jesus said, “My kingdom is not of this world” (John 18:36). His kingdom grows through truth, humility, justice, mercy, repentance, and love—not fear or control.
Look at the Fruit
James 3:14–16 warns about wisdom that is “earthly, unspiritual, demonic.” It grows out of jealousy and selfish ambition and leads to disorder and evil. This warning invites us to examine any movement, including one that calls itself Christian.
Does it encourage honesty and mercy? Or does it feed pride, anger, lies, and hatred? Strong words and religious slogans do not make something faithful to Jesus. When faith becomes a tool for controlling others, we need to stop and ask whose way we are following.
Jesus Shows a Different Way
Jesus taught His followers to serve, not rule over others (Mark 10:42–45). He told us to love our enemies and pray for those who hurt us (Matthew 5:44). He called us to deny ourselves and follow Him, not put our own group first (Luke 9:23).
God’s family is not limited to one country, race, or culture. Revelation 5:9 describes people from every tribe, language, people, and nation belonging to God. Our citizenship is in heaven (Philippians 3:20). No nation or political party can claim God’s kingdom as its own.
Choose Wisdom from Above
James 3:17 describes God’s wisdom as pure, peaceful, gentle, willing to listen, full of mercy, fair, and sincere. That is what should shape the church.
We should speak the truth, care for our neighbors, stand against injustice, and treat people with dignity—even when they disagree with us. Loving our country must never become an excuse to hate others, defend wrongdoing, or seek power at any cost.
Jesus sent His followers to make disciples and share His good news (Matthew 28:18–20; Acts 1:8). Our calling is not to make one nation supreme. It is to follow Jesus and welcome people from every nation into God’s family.
The question is simple: Are we trying to gain control, or are we learning to love and serve like Jesus?
Minister A Francine Green, November 2026