"For centuries, Christians have been divided over whether government has a legitimate and positive role to play within the unfolding kingdom of God. Professor Van Geest has provided us with an excellent introductory-level textbook based on the biblical conviction that political life is indeed an appropriate avenue of service to God and neighbor."

David T. Koyzis, author of Political Visions and Illusions and We Answer to Another

"For centuries, Christians have been divided over whether government has a legitimate and positive role to play within the unfolding kingdom of God. Professor Van Geest has provided us with an excellent introductory-level text book based on the biblical conviction that political life is indeed an appropriate avenue of service to God and neighbor."

David T. Koyzis, author of Political Visions and Illusions and We Answer to Another

"This volume provides an introduction to the study of politics, written from a Christian perspective and highlighting how a Christian understanding of a particular topic at hand may complement, or stand in contrast to, other commonly held understandings of that topic. In so doing, the study fosters serious Christian reflection on the nature of the political life, the structure and operation of governmental institutions, and the place of politics within the life of Christian citizens and the Christian community."

Corwin E. Smidt, senior research fellow, The Henry Institute for the Study of Christianity and Politics, Calvin College

"A singular contribution to the discipline and to Christian scholarship. Van Geest organizes the work so as to integrate Christian perspective seamlessly into widely recognized ways of engaging the discipline, moving from foundational values to institutions, policy, and international relations. The book may thus be read with benefit by those inside and outside the Christian community. But Van Geest doesn't presume the positive influence of all Christian political initiatives, as one might atfirst presume, given his own commitments. Instead, he invites the reader into a well-informed consideration of the arguments for and against various kinds of Christian political activism. In the world of political science textbooks, this one stands out because it stands essentially alone, unapologetically Christian. It is a well-researched resource that will benefit many a student of political science."

Timothy Sherratt, professor of political science, Gordon College, author of Power Made Perfect?