Kerby Anderson
In her book, Uncommon Courage, constitutional lawyer Keisha Russell warns that the seeds of tyranny have taken root and are reaching a critical tipping point. She was on my radio program recently to describe what is happening and expose the tactics of forces attempting to undermine the foundations of this republic.
She begins by talking about the foundation for freedom in this country that comes from Christianity. The framers had a biblical view of government and of human nature. That is why our republic is constructed this way.
She then talks about how tyranny and totalitarianism have spread in other countries and applies those historic patterns to the US. She believes we have an opportunity through the church. She has been defending the religious liberty of Christians and others and commends them for their courage: hence the title of her book.
She applies her biblical worldview to many of the contemporary issues of our day. A Supreme Court decision about contraception led to the infamous decision about abortion. Once life was redefined, it was only a matter of time before marriage would be redefined.
She focuses due attention on America’s original sin: slavery. In many ways, the argument justifying slavery was only slightly modified to justify abortion and even legalizing dehumanization. It even led to the legalization of infanticide.
How should be respond? We should live with purpose. We should pursue a kingdom agenda. We should stand for what is right and resist the pressure placed upon us. She also had instructive suggestions on how to improve our criminal justice system and public education.
Finally, we need to boldly speak out. We should recognize truth in a world filled with historical propaganda. Put simply: it’s time for Christians to take a stand.

Kerby Anderson
John West (Discovery Institute) was on my radio program recently to talk about his book, Stockholm Syndrome Christianity. To understand his conclusions, you need to remember what Stockholm Syndrome means.
The phrase comes from a bank robbery in Stockholm, Sweden that took place in 1973. An escaped convict and his accomplice took four bank employees hostage, who began to bond with the criminals and started to view the police and the government as enemies.
John West asks a powerful question: What if American culture isn’t collapsing because of crusading secularists? What if it’s failing because many leading Christians identify more with secular elites than with their fellow believers?
His book catalogs many examples. One chapter describes how Stockholm Syndrome Christians have infected the pastorate of churches leading to a dismissive view of the Bible. He quotes a pastor who wants to discard the Old Testament. He quotes others who are deconstructing God’s Word.
He details how Stockholm Syndrome Christians promote a diminished role for God in creation. He discusses the rise of scientific materialism. And he talks about Christians who seem to be evangelizing for Charles Darwin’s evolution.
As you might imagine, he also describes how Stockholm Syndrome Christians damaged our understanding of sex and gender. This has led to a redefining of marriage and abandoning biblical standards.
He concludes with a call to wisdom, a call to action, and the call to faithfulness. He also includes a website (www.stockholmsyndromeChristianity.com) with an online assessment that will help you diagnose you, your church, and others. He also provides discussion questions and a curated list of resources.
If you want to diagnose Stockholm Syndrome Christianity and provide a remedy, this is a book and website you will need.