Citizens of Heaven: Why Nationalism Distorts the Gospel. Patriotism can be good, but nationalism can be deadly. While gratitude for one’s country is natural, when national identity becomes entwined with the gospel, the result is distortion. Many in history have equated loyalty to Christ with loyalty to a flag, but Scripture is clear: our highest citizenship is not earthly but heavenly.

Christian Nationalism: Why Blending the Cross and the Flag Damages the Gospel. “Christian nationalism” promises cultural renewal by wedding Christian identity to national identity. It sounds noble—who doesn’t want a “Christian nation”?—but history and Scripture warn that mixing the kingdom of God with the kingdoms of this world distorts both. The gospel cannot be reduced to a party platform or enforced by state power without being disfigured.