Christian Reconstructionism: R. J. Rushdoony and American Religious Conservatism by michael j. mcvicar north carolina, 326 pages, $34.95 In 1966, the editors of Christianity Today rejected an article that Rousas J. Rushdoony had submitted for publication. The piece, which had been . . . . Continue Reading »
In a forthcoming issue of First Things, I review a fine book by Michael McVicar, who teaches at Florida State University. His subject is the “Christian Reconstructionism” of the late Rousas J. Rushdoony, a perspective on Christianity and social-political-economic-legal thought and practice that makes much of the continuing relevance of Old Testament civil law—including the sanctions tied to specific laws and practices. Continue Reading »
The Scattered Voice: Christians at Odds in the Public Square by James W. Skillen Zondervan, 225 pages In the minds of many people, American evangelicalism is closely identified with right-wing politics. In reality, the political beliefs of American evangelicals are far more varied than is evident . . . . Continue Reading »
Subscribe
Latest Issue
Support First Things
