Acknowledge Quote by Gregory A. Boyd
“The holiness of the kingdom of God must be preserved. If Jesus refused to acknowledge and fight for Israel as God's favored nation- even though it was the one nation in history that actually held this status at one time- how much more must his followers refuse to acknowledge and fight for America as God's favored nation" To say it another way, if Jesus was committed solely to establishing a kingdom that had no intrinsic nationalistic or ethnic allegiances- not even with Israel- how much more should his followers be committed to expanding this unique, non-nationalistic kingdom?”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Kingdom and National Identity, Gregory A. Boyd, 2015
The quote argues that if Jesus did not claim a specific nation as God’s chosen people, his followers should not claim any nation, including America, as a divine favorite.
In simple terms: Jesus’ non‑nationalism means believers should avoid nationalistic claims.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize universal kingdom values over national loyalty.
Themes
faith
politics
nationalism
kingdom
identity
Mood
reflective
challenging
thought‑provoking
Type
theological
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- church leadership
- political discourse
- education
- public policy
Key Concepts
theology
political ethics
religious identity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance love for country with a universal faith?
- What risks arise when religion endorses a nation?
A Different Perspective
National pride can conflict with universal spiritual principles.
