The Gospel has something to say about politics. It just doesn’t say what either side wants to hear.The relationship between Christian faith and American political life has never been simple. At its best, it has produced love of neighbor, movements for justice, and the conviction that every human being bears dignity. At its worst, it has produced idolatry, division, and a Christianity so fused with political identity that the Gospel is no longer distinguishable from the platform.
The Gospel According to America: A Christian Path Through Politics and Division, by James C. Howell, is for Christians who know the difference matters—and want help finding their footing. Drawing on Scripture, American history, and the teachings of Jesus, Howell examines both the beauty and the danger found where religion and politics meet, confronting the ways political ideology, fear, and idolatry can distort faith and divide families, churches, and friendships. His goal is not to steer readers toward a party or out of public life altogether, but to challenge the church to recover its unique calling: to embody the values of the Kingdom of God in a fractured nation desperate for healing, wisdom, and grace.
Written with pastoral wisdom, biblical depth, and historical insight, The Gospel According to America invites readers beyond cynicism and culture wars toward a richer, more faithful vision of what Christian public life can look like.
This DVD for small-group sessions includes six 10-12-minute teaching videos from author James Howell. In his spiritually deep and accessible style, he raises and answers questions about all facets of the stories and characters. All sessions are closed-captioned.
