The Walking Divided: I Pledge Allegiance to…

I Pledge Allegiance To…

Series: The Walking Divided (Pulling Together When Politics is Tearing Us Apart)

October 6, 2024

Dr. Clayton Chisum

We have become the “Divided States of America.”

There are 4 types of political Christians:

Type 1:

Type 2:

Type 3:

Type 4:

This sermon series is to help you understand the better way and learn how to live it during this election season.

Politics — ordering of society or “polis” — Greek term for people in a community

The were political

was political

The was political

Philippians 1:27 (NLT)

Above all, you must live as citizens of heaven…

We belong to a

…conducting yourselves in a manner worthy of the Good News about Christ.

We’ve been given a

Then, whether I come and see you again or only hear about you, I will know that you are standing together with one spirit and one purpose, fighting together for the faith, which is the Good News.

Christians must to King Jesus

This is the better way!

Jesus doesn’t fit into your political party because his kingdom is not of this world.

Discussion Questions

1. The sermon discusses how political division affects our communities. In what ways have you seen politics create division in your own life or community? How can we bridge these divides as Christians?
2. Which of the first three types of political Christians (Detached, Party Devoted, Aggressive) do you identify with the most? Why? How does this shape your daily life and relationships with others?
3. The sermon emphasized that Jesus’ kingdom is political but not partisan. How can we navigate our political views while remaining true to our identity in Christ? Share any practical examples from your life where you’ve struggled with this balance.
4. Philippians 1:27 encourages us to live as citizens of heaven. What does it mean to you to live under Jesus’ kingdom in today’s political climate? How can this perspective influence your actions and decisions?
5. The sermon highlights qualities of Jesus’ kingdom, such as service and love for enemies. In what ways can you embody these characteristics in political discussions or when interacting with those who hold opposing views?
6. What does “pledging allegiance to King Jesus” mean for you? How can this commitment manifest in your daily life and interactions with others, particularly during the election season?
7. The sermon calls us to focus more on our witness than on a political win. How can you prioritize your Christian witness in discussions about politics, especially when it feels contentious?
8. Reflect on this statement: “Putting our faith in a political candidate is a form of idolatry.” How can we guard against allowing political loyalty to overshadow our devotion to Christ?