Daniel K. Williams,
Professor of History, University of West Georgia
How Should Christians Think about Partisan Politics?
Buy his book, Politics of the Cross
October 25, 2022 @ 4:00 PM
Recording of the Lecture: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fto-GqJ4PZE
Review of Politics of the Cross: https://ubcgfcf.com/book-reviews/
Abstract
Does it matter how Christians think about political proposals that touch on moral issues such as poverty relief, racial justice, immigration, abortion, marriage, sexuality, and other matters that relate to biblical principles and human dignity? What happens when Christians disagree with each other on these issues? Is one political position or political party more “Christian” than another? In this session, Dr. Williams will explore the recent history of Christian political activity and the reasons why political disagreements among Christians have become more heated lately. He will then look at some ways to transcend partisan thinking and pursue Christian principles in the political sphere that should challenge those on both the left and the right.
Biography
Daniel K. Williams received his PhD from Brown University in 2005. He is a professor of history at the University of West Georgia and has taught there since 2005. He was the William E. Simon Visiting Fellow in Religion in Public Life, James Madison Program in American Ideals and Institutions, Princeton University, 2011-12. Dr. Williams’ research focuses on the intersection between politics and religion in modern America. He is author of numerous articles and books including: God’s Own Party: The Making of the Christian Right. Oxford University Press, 2010 which was the recipient of the 2011 Phi Alpha Theta Best First Book Award; The Election of Evangelical Jimmy Carter, Gerald Ford and the Presidential Contest of 1976. University Press of Kansas, 2020; and The Politics of the Cross: A Christian Alternative to Partisanship. Eerdmans, 2021 (the theme of this presentation).
Bibliography for Politics of the Cross:
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