{"product_id":"citizenship-without-illusions-a-christian-guide-to-political-engagement-paperback","title":"Citizenship Without Illusions: A Christian Guide to Political Engagement - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDavid T. Koyzis\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eChristianity Today\u003c\/i\u003e Book Awards Finalist--Politics and Public Life \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\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 politicsthan 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 thosewho disagree. With clear understanding and confidence in their ultimate allegiance, Christians can employ their citizenship for the greater good.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e David T. Koyzis is affiliated with Global Scholars Canada and is engaged in an international academic ministry of writing, researching, lecturing, and conversing with readers of his books. He is the author of \u003ci\u003ePolitical Visions and Illusions\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eWe Answer to Another: Authority, Office, and the Image of God\u003c\/i\u003e. He taught undergraduate political science for thirty years and lives with his family in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 168\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 8.7 x 5.8 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 26, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50410842849517,"sku":"9781514008621","price":21.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.webster.direct\/en-au\/products\/citizenship-without-illusions-a-christian-guide-to-political-engagement-paperback","provider":"Webster.Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}