Elizabeth Landis’ new book The Forgotten Realm: Civics for American Christians is a great primer on civics. It contains maybe the best guide I’ve ever seen to the various levels of government and what they do: cities, counties, special districts, states, and the federal government. If you want to find out which state agency oversees elections where you live or what cities do vs. counties, this book has you covered.
Landis also argues for an approach to Christian involvement in local government that she calls “Christian diplomacy.” She joins me on the podcast this week to discuss her journey from a concerned citizen to a passionate advocate for civic involvement, offering practical insights and biblical wisdom for Christians navigating governance. She talks about how to move beyond voting, build relationships across political divides, and become a winsome force for change in your community
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