Walls, borders, boundaries, interpretations and claims to nationalism that simply aren’t within the teachings of Jesus. In fact, when claiming allegiance to the state over the faith, they are arguably against the very thing that Jesus himself says is most important.

They say, Don’t talk about religion or politics at the table … Or, don’t bring “politics” into my church. However, Christian life together is political.

This article was originally published on March 13, 2026, in the Greenfield Recorder. Read or...