In an era marked by division, confusion, and moral uncertainty, the question of America’s identity has taken center stage. Amidst this landscape, Christianity offers a beacon of hope and a blueprint for national revival. In his thought-provoking book, Moving Ahead: How to Make America Godly Again, author Thom Linders delves into the transformative power of Christian values and their potential to reshape America’s future. This blog explores some of the core ideas presented in the book and highlights how faith can guide our nation forward.
A Foundation Built on Faith
From the earliest days of America’s founding, Christian principles have played a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s values and vision. The ideals of liberty, justice, and equality were not abstract concepts but deeply rooted in the Biblical understanding of human dignity and the belief that all are created in the image of God.
As Thom Linders explains in Moving Ahead, the Founding Fathers—while diverse in their individual beliefs—recognized the importance of morality and faith as the bedrock of a flourishing nation. Quoting John Adams, “Our Constitution was made only for a moral and religious People. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other,” the book underscores how these principles remain relevant today.
Christianity: A Catalyst for Social Change
Throughout history, Christian movements have spearheaded some of America’s most significant social transformations. From the abolition of slavery to the civil rights movement, Christianity has provided a moral compass, inspiring individuals to confront injustice and fight for the oppressed.
In his book, Thom Linders argues that America’s current challenges—economic inequality, racial tensions, and cultural fragmentation—demand a return to these transformative Christian values. By emphasizing compassion, humility, and selflessness, the Church can serve as a force for reconciliation and renewal.
Reclaiming Moral Clarity
One of the primary themes in Moving Ahead is the erosion of moral clarity in modern America. As relativism and secularism take root, the lines between right and wrong have become blurred, leaving many feeling unmoored. Christianity offers a counter-narrative—a steadfast anchor in an age of uncertainty.
Drawing on Biblical teachings, Thom Linders highlights how the values of love, forgiveness, and justice can provide a roadmap for individuals and communities to thrive. By embracing these principles, America can transcend divisive rhetoric and build a culture grounded in respect and shared values.
Empowering the Next Generation
If Christianity is to play a leading role in America’s revival, it must prioritize the next generation. Young people today are searching for meaning and purpose in a world that often feels chaotic and overwhelming. Moving Ahead dedicates significant attention to this issue, offering practical strategies for mentoring youth and fostering a sense of belonging and mission within the Church.
Thom Linders urges churches and faith leaders to invest in youth ministries and address the specific challenges faced by younger generations. By doing so, the Church can ensure that Christian values remain a driving force in shaping America’s future.
A Call to Action
America’s revival will not happen by chance. It requires intentional effort, prayer, and a commitment to living out Christian values in every sphere of life. In Moving Ahead, Thom Linders outlines actionable steps for Christians to engage with society—not as passive observers but as active participants in God’s redemptive work.
The book emphasizes that by embracing the teachings of Christ and applying them to today’s challenges, Christians can help America reclaim its identity and move toward a brighter future.
Conclusion
The role of Christianity in America’s revival is both timeless and timely. As Thom Linders passionately argues in Moving Ahead: How to Make America Godly Again, faith offers a transformative vision for a nation seeking renewal. This is not just a call to return to the values that have historically made America strong but an invitation to reimagine how those values can inspire unity, healing, and progress today.
For anyone yearning to see America restored to its full potential, Thom Linders’ book is a must-read. It’s a reminder that the journey ahead requires faith, courage, and a collective commitment to the principles that have guided us for centuries.
Read Through the Bible in 2025 With Thom Linders
Christianity is not a religion.
I have heard it said that religion is man’s attempt at reaching God. God’s ways are too high for us. We will never possess the ability to reach Him. Remember the legend of Icarus, whose father had invented wax wings? He tried to fly to the heavens and when he was too close to the sun; the wings melted, and the child plummeted to his death.
We read in Genesis 11:1-9 of how the people of Babel attempted to build a tower to reach God. This was met by punishment and the confusing of language and scattering of people through the earth. Why? God did not intend for man to reach Him.
Humanity’s purpose is to glorify God. That is the beauty of the Gospel message. Even though God knew man would sin and be separated from Him, He still created man. Before the foundation of the world, He had provided a way for man to be redeemed to Himself through Jesus Christ.
According to Wikipedia, there are over 10,000 distinct religions in the world. But there is only one way for man to connect to God.
Jesus said: “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No man comes to the Father but by me”. (John 14:6)
Why would such a powerful and awe-inspiring deity create such a restrictive process? Because He is Holy. Holy is perfect. Why would there need to be alternative ways when the one that exists is perfect?
Many view Christianity as one of the world’s great religions. Approaching it as such is a mistake which some denominations make. Christianity should be a relationship with God through His son, Jesus Christ.
Communication
With any relationship, communication is the key. When communication ceases, marriages dissolve, companies fail, and peace shatters. It is vital for both sides to be able to communicate with each other.
God wants to hear our prayers. Like a parent, He wants us to open our hearts and minds and let Him know how we’re doing. He wants to hear our concerns, comfort us in our sorrows, and rejoice in our victories. Daniel praying in front of his window three times a day is a good example (See Daniel 6:10-28). But in truth, we should live our lives in a state of constant prayer. (see 1 Thes 5:16-17).
All of this is a good start to developing that close relationship which God wants to have with us.
Reciprocity
But any proper relationship is more than one party talking to the other. We possess two ears and one mouth; therefore, we ought to listen more than speak. How do we hear God talk?
I have felt the presence of Jesus many times in my life, but I have never heard an audible voice. We are told in John 10:27 that if we are His sheep, we will hear His voice. But how does God speak to us?
That is through His Word, the Bible.
When I first became serious about being a Christian, I needed to understand what it was I was believing in. So I was determined to read through the entire Bible. Not just academically, I had done that in high school. But prayerfully, asking God to reveal Himself to me. I started in Genesis and ended in Revelation. At times, I could not put the Bible down. It was transformative.
Since then, I have read the Bible many times. After a while, it becomes a chore. OK, I have to read my Bible today. You realize you are not hearing from God, you are just reading words on pages.
In this blog space I am inviting my readers to go on what I hope will be a life-changing journey. Begin by praying for God to reveal Himself through the reading of His Word, but then each day read approximately 85 verses (see the calendar). Ask yourself what those verses are saying to you. Not what they mean. As much as I encourage deep Bible study to understand scripture, here I want you to listen. What is God saying to your soul?
To help illustrate this, I will share a daily devotional of sorts. This is how the verses for that day spoke to my heart. I take a moment to research the commentaries to make sure I am not passing along some heresy. But, it isn’t about understanding the hermeneutics and imagery. It is about being intentional to hear God’s voice as you read.
Please join me here each day as I will share my experience, which should differ from yours, with you. I would encourage you to share back with us your experience. May God bless all who join us in this journey.
Jan 1 I didn’t get very far into today’s reading, which was chapters 1-3 in Genesis. Chapter 1, verse 6, tells us that God separated the waters from the waters. Remember, there was no land yet. The earth, perhaps, wasn’t even a globe yet. He had created the waters and there were two waters so He separated them. Were these two worlds the one we live in and another we aspire to? Perhaps, but I don’t think so.
I once lived in McKinleyville, CA and spent a summer launching fishing boats at a place north of Eureka called Trinidad. Every morning I would drive through the thick fog of the Northern California coast through the giant redwood trees, some towering three hundred feet with trunks so broad you can drive a car through them.
We secured the boats on their trailers at the boat launch, lifted them, and then lowered them by winch onto a railroad car which we would lower into the harbor. The fog was so heavy that your clothing would become wet. I would often ride on the cart down to the water so that I could communicate by radio to the person operating the winch, otherwise they would not know when the boat had reached the water.
As the morning moved along, the darkness that was prevalent around us would fade. You could look out toward the sea and there was no separation between the heavy wet fog above and the ebbing tide below. I would watch as the running lights on each fishing boat disappeared into the mist.
Then, almost magically, I would watch a small cushion of air form and separate the fog from the waters. You could then see boats out on the horizon. As the morning progressed, the jagged rocks would appear and you could feel the warmth as the sun would break through.
To me, that is the scene we have here in Genesis. The mist was hovering over the water, and they were inseparable. Then, as the light came into the world, they parted, leaving that layer of atmosphere which would contain carbon dioxide, which the plants God would speak into existence would need to thrive.
Without creating the plants first, they could not turn the carbon dioxide into oxygen and provide the environment needed for man and beast to survive. I love how magnificently God had planned every detail out. There is so much order in everything He created.
I also see a parallel in this imagery of my transformation. I was just that cold, still silent morning. There were waves pulsing within me and you could hear them washing on the shoreline. But you could not see through the darkness. My own beliefs in science blinded me. Then God separated those waters, and the light came into me. He gave me the ability to experience life.
Warmed by the sun and surrounded by beauty, I sometimes forget the eeriness that preceded it. I recall the effort I exerted on the job, but I overlook God’s lifting of the darkness from my life.
May we always remember to humble ourselves and spend time with God so that our hearts may never grow weary?
Later, as I ate lunch on the pier, I would watch harbor seals playfully cavorting upon the boats anchored in the bay. They would swim through the water, propel themselves out of it to land upon the tarps that covered the boats; slide across and then shoot off into the water again. Little did I know that years later, I would be telling my son about those playful seals. I didn’t know what God had in store for me because I was just beginning to see the beauty He had created.
How much more splendid will heaven be when our eyes can grasp all that God has created for us?