{"product_id":"citizenship-without-illusions-a-christian-guide-to-political-engagement-9781514008621","title":"Citizenship Without Illusions: A Christian Guide to Political Engagement","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e How can Christians live as citizens of God's kingdom while also fulfilling their responsibilities as citizens of political communities?\u003c\/b\u003e David Koyzis, author of \u003ci\u003ePolitical Visions and Illusions\u003c\/i\u003e, offers a brief, practical guide on political engagement and citizenship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring numerous conversations with students and readers of his books in Canada, the United States, Brazil, Chile, the United Kingdom, and elsewhere, Koyzis has heard the same questions repeated. Can Christians participate in the public square without buying in to political illusions--ideologies that become idolatrous? Is it better to avoid politics than risk ethical compromise or division among believers? In \u003ci\u003eCitizenship Without Illusions\u003c\/i\u003e, Koyzis presents a case for political engagement as a way to love our neighbors that doesn't require our full devotion to parties or ideologies. He explores key topics such as: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe responsibilities of citizens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehow to vote\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emobilizing for political action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecitizenship under less-than-ideal circumstances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe importance of both local and global engagement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe role of the church in society\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsing examples from various eras and places, Koyzis guides readers to make the best of their own political situations, make thoughtful decisions, and promote societal diversity while respecting those who disagree. With clear understanding and confidence in their ultimate allegiance, Christians can employ their citizenship for the greater good.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e IVP Academic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/26\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781514008621\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 168\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.55lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.70h x 5.80w x 0.60d","brand":"David T. Koyzis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44683447337141,"sku":"9781514008621","price":16.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/files\/img_8afe4bd5-b0e2-4018-9d5b-2835315103c8.jpg?v=1727795912","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/citizenship-without-illusions-a-christian-guide-to-political-engagement-9781514008621","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}