(Not Very) Christian Nationalist

In this episode of The Leftish Agenda Podcast, Eddie grapples with criticisms levelled at Christian Nationalism. He explores areas like the selective interpretation of scripture, wherein certain Bible passages are cherry-picked to benefit political perspectives, leading to a skewed understanding of Christianity. Eddie then examines Christian Nationalism's exclusivity, often treating those with different beliefs as outsiders. He notes the dangerous conflation of national identity and religious faith, and how it can overshadow ethical teachings. Additionally, Eddie addresses how religion is manipulated for political gain. Lastly, the focus shifts to the divisiveness and misrepresentation of Jesus’s teachings. Eddie concludes by emphasizing that love, inclusivity, and social justice are the real Christian values.