Jonathan Rauch Christianity and democracy

Q: "Basic principles of Christianity according to Jonathan Rauch. fear not and?" 

A: Jonathan Rauch identifies three core principles of Christianity that align with the values of liberal pluralism:

1. **"Fear not"**: This principle encourages Christians to have faith and not view challenges or losses as catastrophic. It parallels the democratic value of sharing power and accepting electoral outcomes without fear[1][3].

2. **"Imitate Jesus"**: Christians are called to emulate Jesus's teachings, emphasizing the dignity and equality of every individual and prioritizing care for the marginalized. This reflects liberalism's commitment to protecting minorities and treating all individuals as ends in themselves[1][3].

3. **"Forgive each other"**: Forgiveness aligns with democratic virtues like forbearance and compromise, urging people to coexist peacefully despite differences, rather than seeking domination or exclusion[1][3].

Rauch argues that these principles can help revitalize Christianity while supporting democracy, urging Christians to focus on their faith's teachings rather than political fears or divisions[1][2].

Citaties:

[1] Christianity as a democratic institution Jonathan Rauch 2025 https://www.democracyworkspodcast.com/episodes/jonathan-rauch-2025

[2] Jonathan Rauch underscores 'civic theology' of The Church of Jesus ... https://www.deseret.com/2023/10/8/23906311/jonathan-rauch-christianity-religion-democracy/

[3] Christian Renewal and the Future of American Democracy https://wheatley.byu.edu/religion/christian-renewal-and-the-future-of-american-democracy

[4] When Liberalism Meets Christianity | Jonathan Rauch - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHs7M7xiUNQ

[5] Jonathan Rauch: The Christianity-Democracy Break Up https://www.commonwealthclub.org/events/2025-02-10/jonathan-rauch-christianity-democracy-break

[6] Jonathan Rauch | The Christianity-Democracy Break Up https://www.commonwealthclub.org/events/archive/video/jonathan-rauch-christianity-democracy-break

[7] The Gay Jewish Atheist Arguing that American Christianity Needs a ... https://jonward.substack.com/p/the-gay-jewish-atheist-arguing-that

[8] Jon Rauch On Evangelical Christianism - by Andrew Sullivan https://andrewsullivan.substack.com/p/jon-rauch-on-evangelical-christianism

[9] Church and State of the Union - Commentary Magazine https://www.commentary.org/articles/michael-rosen/christianity-democracy-jonathan-rauch/

[10] Jonathan Rauch on the Politicization of Christianity - Persuasion https://www.persuasion.community/p/jonathan-rauch-on-the-politicization