Our Recommendation
This book has been a timely resource for me as the lead pastor at LifeWalk. In the polarized political atmosphere we have in our country today, what does the Bible have to say about the church and politics? Preston Sprinkle is a New Testament Theologian I have followed for years, and he provides an easy-to-understand view of what God had to say in the Old Testament, and how Jesus handled theology and politics while He was here on earth.
- Pastor Steve
About the Book
Politics are dividing our churches like never before. New York Times–bestselling author Dr. Preston M. Sprinkle reminds us that the first-century church was not an apolitical gathering, where Christians left their Roman politics at the door. It also wasn’t a place where Christians mounted a Roman flag next to—or above—a Christian one. Church was a place where God’s plan for governing the world was revealed, where one could witness what it means to follow the Creator’s design for human flourishing.
In this timely book, Preston explores why:
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Israel’s exile to Babylon profoundly shaped the political identity of God’s people—and still does today.
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Christians should see themselves as foreigners in the country where they live.
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The gospel of Jesus’ kingdom was politically subversive.
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The church today should view its political identity as fundamentally separate from the empire.
Total allegiance to a political party dilutes the church’s witness. Discover a more biblical, powerful way to live in a secular world. Discover what it means to live in exile.
About the Author
Dr. Preston Sprinkle is a biblical scholar, international speaker, and New York Times bestselling author. He’s the co-founder and president of The Center for Faith, Sexuality & Gender and hosts the Theology in the Raw podcast. Preston earned his Ph.D. in New Testament from Aberdeen University (Scotland) and has taught theology at several universities in the U.S. and U.K.
Known for addressing tough cultural and theological topics with grace and honesty, Preston helps Christians engage issues like sexuality, gender, and politics with both conviction and humility.
