Laurie continued, “It’s a statement that Thomas Jefferson made in a letter to a person. And the idea of it was not that we should not have the influence of church on the state, but we should keep the influence of the state out of the church—separated.”
“But we have a First Amendment that gives us the right to speak our minds, and we need to use this opportunity that we have right now, maybe unprecedented opportunity in the United States of America, to proclaim the gospel,” Laurie said.
Laurie encouraged Christians to obey Jesus’ words to make disciples, saying that “95% of Christians have never led another person to Christ.”
“So here’s what I’m thinking: Let’s get out there like never before and tell people about Jesus Christ,” Laurie said. “‘Oh, this is Christian nationalism,’ some would say. Now, I don’t know what you even mean when you use that phrase. I know you’re using it in a negative way. And generally, the idea of it is you’re trying to legislate or push your faith on us.”
But, Laurie explained, “the opposite is true. We don’t want to force anyone to believe anything. Even if I had the power, I would never force someone to believe something.” He added, “I want them to open their heart and see their need for Jesus Christ. I just want the freedom to proclaim it.”
“So this is a great time, a great opportunity, an open door for sure. Let’s use it. Let’s share the Gospel. Our country needs to hear it,” Laurie encouraged. “I think ultimately, it’s America’s only hope.”
President Trump has launched “The Faith Office” with the mission to eradicate anti-Christian bias—a long-overdue initiative. Some may push back, raising concerns about the separation of Church and State, but I tackle that and more in this video. Check it out! pic.twitter.com/dqPV5oQSNx
— Greg Laurie (@greglaurie) February 11, 2025
