To Direct Commission on Theology and Church Relations to Address Christian Nationalism in American Context

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4-14 
To Direct Commission on Theology and Church 
Relations to Address Christian Nationalism  
in American Context 
WHEREAS, Scripture does not , since the fall of ancient Israel , 
endorse or prescribe one form of government over another; and 
WHEREAS, There is much fear and misunderstanding of what is 
and is not Christian n ationalism due to public discourse and this 
causes much confusion within our Synod; and 
WHEREAS, Pastors, other church workers, and laity have many 
questions on this topic and seek to live out their faith in God 
pleasing ways, especially in their vocations as citizens; therefore be 
it 
Resolved, That the Commission on Theology and Church 
Relations be directed to thoroughly study and publish a report on 
Christian nationalism detailing its various forms, working 
definitions, and its relation to our Lutheran understanding of the two 
kingdoms. 
Northern Illinois District 
Ov.