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marmar

(80,475 posts)
Sun Jul 5, 2026, 09:47 AM 7 hrs ago

James Talarico: Christian Nationalism is a Cancer



Jul 3, 2026 #JamesTalarico #ChristianNationalism #Christianity

James Talarico's Christian nationalism sermon explores why he believes the movement conflicts with the teachings of Jesus. In this powerful message, Talarico argues that Christian nationalism prioritises political power over faith, traces its historical roots to Constantine, and explains his vision of the Kingdom of God centred on love, justice and compassion. Watch the full sermon to hear his perspective on Christianity, politics and authentic faith.
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James Talarico: Christian Nationalism is a Cancer (Original Post) marmar 7 hrs ago OP
Thank you, Talarico for telling the truth about this scourge... hlthe2b 7 hrs ago #1
Love, justice, and compassion... ananda 7 hrs ago #2
No. Cancer used to be a Christian nationalism but now it's curable too often to qualify. Wonder Why 6 hrs ago #3
Talarico has a chance here. A real Christian vs a real crook (Paxton). surfered 5 hrs ago #4
I would start saying "religious nationalism" mdbl 5 hrs ago #5
Except then it would have to include Islam and that's not going to stop the ear obstruction and it may ... littlemissmartypants 4 hrs ago #14
To me all religious interference in govt is heinous mdbl 3 hrs ago #17
Let me put it this way, Christian Nationalism is Fascism fronting as religion. littlemissmartypants 3 hrs ago #18
Kicked and recommended Uncle Joe 5 hrs ago #6
I believe he's sincere about his religion, but he needs to tone it down a little FakeNoose 5 hrs ago #7
He never brings it up, task The Republicans for forcing it as subject. dave99 4 hrs ago #10
I disagree about toning it down. 70sEraVet 4 hrs ago #15
So is capitalism -- by definition Ponietz 4 hrs ago #8
In a clear and meaningful way, Talirico confronts Christian nationalism for the cruel/oppressive power grab that it is dlk 4 hrs ago #9
This message was self-deleted by its author bmichaelh 4 hrs ago #11
In the current environment, Democrats cannot win statewide without Independents and some crossover Republicans. surfered 4 hrs ago #12
That was a brilliant sermon peggysue2 4 hrs ago #13
Yup, the Opiate of the masses, religion. republianmushroom 4 hrs ago #16

mdbl

(9,043 posts)
5. I would start saying "religious nationalism"
Sun Jul 5, 2026, 12:03 PM
5 hrs ago

Anytime you use the word Christian the magat morons close their ears yelling LALALALALALALA

littlemissmartypants

(35,706 posts)
14. Except then it would have to include Islam and that's not going to stop the ear obstruction and it may ...
Sun Jul 5, 2026, 12:56 PM
4 hrs ago

Increase misunderstanding.

The religious scholars coined the term "Christian Nationalism" for very specific reasons. Consider Matthew D. Taylor.

He's one such scholar:


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Description: week on Freethought Matters, Annie Laurie Gaylor and Dan Barker speak with religious studies scholar Matthew D. Taylor about his new book, “The Violent Take it By Force: The Christian Movement That is Threatening Our Democracy.”

mdbl

(9,043 posts)
17. To me all religious interference in govt is heinous
Sun Jul 5, 2026, 02:12 PM
3 hrs ago

but I understand your point. Just think though, if it wasn't christian nationalism it would be another one. There are so many who think they are entitled to run other's lives.

FakeNoose

(43,207 posts)
7. I believe he's sincere about his religion, but he needs to tone it down a little
Sun Jul 5, 2026, 12:08 PM
5 hrs ago

Religion is always divisive, and he lives in an area of the country where simple disagreements can turn into shooting offenses. I don't want anything to happen to such a good man who would make a fine future Senator.

70sEraVet

(5,782 posts)
15. I disagree about toning it down.
Sun Jul 5, 2026, 01:16 PM
4 hrs ago

He speaks their language, and he's telling them exactly what they need to hear. Like you, however, I do worry about his safety.

dlk

(13,493 posts)
9. In a clear and meaningful way, Talirico confronts Christian nationalism for the cruel/oppressive power grab that it is
Sun Jul 5, 2026, 12:48 PM
4 hrs ago

It has nothing to do with the teachings of Christ and everything to do with fascism.

I hope the people of Texas have the good sense to elect him to the senate. Our country desperately needs his voice of reason and love.

Thank you for sharing.

Response to marmar (Original post)

surfered

(15,263 posts)
12. In the current environment, Democrats cannot win statewide without Independents and some crossover Republicans.
Sun Jul 5, 2026, 12:52 PM
4 hrs ago

Almost everyone hated Ted Cruz, yet Beto O’Rourke couldn’t unseat him.

Paxton is worse than Cruz. He’s like Trump in that he has no values other than self enrichment. He lies, cheats, commits adultery and fraud, and accepts bribes.

His own staff alerted the Feds to his corruption. The Trump DOJ dropped the investigation. The Republican Legislature impeached him, but the Senate failed to convict.

All while Texas Republicans passed school vouchers, placed the Ten Commandments in schools and mandated the reading of Bible stories in the public school curriculum. Their’s is a faith without works.

Talarico is our best shot for a Democratic Senator from Texas. I hope he’s worthy of your financial support. He needs it.

peggysue2

(12,652 posts)
13. That was a brilliant sermon
Sun Jul 5, 2026, 12:54 PM
4 hrs ago

Talarico is so good at this. Genuine, authentic in his person and faith.

We're going to learn a lot about the Texan electorate in November. Will Texans fall for Paxton's snake oil or respond to Talarico's message? Yes. they will attempt to paint Talarico as a radical because that's what and who Jesus was--a man who would change the world, turn over the tables of the rich and powerful and threaten the status quo.

Are we ready for that message? I don't know but we're going to find out.

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