The False White Gospel: Rejecting Christian Nationalism, Reclaiming True Faith, and Refounding Democracy

In "The False White Gospel," Jim Wallis argues that white evangelicalism has become a false religion that has distorted the true message of Jesus Christ. He traces the history of white evangelicalism from its roots in the antebellum South to its current incarnation as a powerful political force. Wallis argues that white evangelicalism has been corrupted by its alliance with white supremacy, capitalism, and militarism. He calls on white evangelicals to repent of their sins and to embrace a more just and inclusive vision of Christianity.

Wallis begins by arguing that white evangelicalism is a product of the antebellum South. He argues that the early white evangelicals were slaveholders who used Christianity to justify their oppression of black people. Wallis also argues that white evangelicalism was a key factor in the rise of the Ku Klux Klan.

Wallis then traces the history of white evangelicalism through the Civil War and Reconstruction. He argues that white evangelicalism was a major force in the Lost Cause movement, which sought to whitewash the history of the Confederacy. Wallis also argues that white evangelicalism was a key factor in the rise of Jim Crow segregation.

Wallis then argues that white evangelicalism has been corrupted by its alliance with capitalism. He argues that white evangelicals have become too focused on material wealth and have neglected the poor and the marginalized. Wallis also argues that white evangelicalism has become too cozy with corporate power.

Finally, Wallis argues that white evangelicalism has been corrupted by its alliance with militarism. He argues that white evangelicals have been too quick to support war and have neglected the pursuit of peace. Wallis also argues that white evangelicalism has become too closely aligned with the Republican Party.

Wallis concludes by calling on white evangelicals to repent of their sins and to embrace a more just and inclusive vision of Christianity. He argues that white evangelicals need to reject white supremacy, capitalism, and militarism. He also argues that white evangelicals need to embrace racial reconciliation, economic justice, and peacemaking.

"The False White Gospel" is a powerful and challenging book that will force white evangelicals to confront the dark side of their history and their faith. Wallis's book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the role of white evangelicalism in American politics and culture.