Christians and Politics: Uneasy Partners

Have religion and politics always been so divisive? Some Christians believe we have a right—more, a responsibility—to involve ourselves in politics. Others shun any mixing of politics and faith, while still others are turned off by both.

How should Christians act as citizens? Is there a clear-cut pattern we can follow? And does involvement in politics dilute the good news of the gospel for all people?

In his signature, thoughtful style, Yancey tackles headlong a most contentious subject. At a time when labels define the field (red state/blue state, conservative/liberal, Tea Party/moderate), he seeks a common ground where faith and politics intersect, challenging us with five new ways to walk with grace in a world that knows all too little of it.