Faith
Remembering God First: Patriotism and Faith
Faith Facts
- National identity should never replace devotion to Christ.
- Scripture urges believers to evaluate politics through a biblical perspective.
- Loving our neighbor reflects true Christian patriotism more than nostalgic ideals.
Christians are called to love their country, but not to let patriotism overshadow their allegiance to God. History and legends may shape our sense of belonging, yet only faith in Christ provides a firm foundation for identity.
Scripture reminds us to test every political view against God’s Word, rather than adapting Scripture to fit human ideologies. When Christianity is used as a tool for division, the message of the gospel is weakened.
“If we don’t grasp this, we risk being sidetracked into worshipping culture, rather than the one true and living God.”
Christ welcomed everyone, but never compromised on the truth. Christians must welcome others with grace, without bending biblical conviction for cultural or political agendas.
True love for country means seeking the common good and serving neighbors, as our ultimate citizenship is in Christ. Theologians like John Piper warn against elevating national loyalty above faith, reminding us that only God’s kingdom endures.
Let us pray for wisdom to love our nation in ways that honor God, striving to reflect Christ’s love in all our communities.