American Christian Nationalism: Neither American Nor Christian

Michael W. Austin shows how nationalism is contrary to American values and Christian virtues--and offers us a better form of civic engagement.

In this brief, thought-provoking book, Michael W. Austin turns his keen mind for ethics toward the crisis currently facing our democracy: the rise of American Christian nationalism. Austin first accessibly explains the meaning and history behind nationalism. He then systematically shows how the ideology contradicts American values like liberty, equality, and justice as well as Christian virtues like humility, faith, hope, and love. Ultimately, he argues that the Beloved Community, first developed by Martin Luther King Jr. and others, offers a better model for an authentically Christian and American community. Readers frustrated by partisan strife will find a faithful guide in Austin's thoughtful volume.

Author: Michael W. Austin
Publisher: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
Published: 10/15/2024
Pages: 104
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.35lbs
Size: 8.10h x 5.30w x 0.30d
ISBN13: 9780802884350
ISBN10: 0802884350
BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Religion, Politics & State
- Political Science | Political Ideologies | Nationalism & Patriotism
- Religion | Christian Living | Social Issues

About the Author
Michael W. Austin is Foundation Professor of Philosophy at Eastern Kentucky University and Bonhoeffer Senior Fellow of the Miller Center for Interreligious Learning and Leadership of Hebrew College. He has published twelve books, most recently Humility: Rediscovering the Way of Love and Life in Christ and QAnon, Chaos, and the Cross: Christianity and Conspiracy Theories.