Faith belongs in the public square

Everyone approaches life with a particular set of values. Atheists and secularists live by an ethos, although they do not stick a label on it in the same way that we Christians do. Perhaps that’s why some people are particularly nervous about Christians in high office. We can all point to people who proudly wear their faith casting judgment or being intolerant, so it is inevitable that Christians will be asked tough questions.

As a Christian, I don’t get offended when I see Christians in politics treated differently by those who consider themselves progressives. After all, it will always be countercultural to hold to the Bible’s teachings on how we live.

However, as a liberal, this peculiar treatment of Christians troubles me. Should our commitment to diversity not extend to people with faith? Liberalism is the belief that each of us should be permitted to pursue the life we choose.