This column explores the themes in Jim Wallis’ new book Christ in Crisis: Why We Need to Reclaim Jesus (HarperOne), available Sept. 24. 

In the lead up to the 2020 election we’re being told that our primary choice is between different candidates and political parties. I believe the real choice is something deeper and more urgent.

I believe the real choice is between the politics of Jesus and anti-Christ politics.

This choice came into clearer view in recent weeks as #antichrist trended on Twitter for nearly 24 hours in response to presidential tweets.  And in response to the mass-shooting in El Paso, perpetuated by a white nationalist who invoked Christian theology, evangelical leader Beth Moore said in a tweet.

So what is it about this concept of “anti-Christ” that has people reclaiming the language in this moment? Or, perhaps more importantly, what is it about this moment that has people invoking it once more?

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