"He has erected a multitude of New Offices, and sent hither swarms of Officers to harrass our people, and eat out their substance.

"For cutting off our Trade with all parts of the world..."

Seven Mountains thinking wants to build the next Rome, but Jesus never asked us to run the world. He asked us to be different from it.

But idols always demand more than they give. Sooner or later, those idols demand a sacrifice and something — or someone — ends up on the altar.

If we want to change the world, we should follow Jesus' example: love our neighbors, serve the poor, stand for truth, and embody grace. The kingdom of God isn’t built by conquering mountains—it’s built by transforming hearts. 🛑

4. It leads to idolatry. When Christians focus on taking power rather than living like Christ, they replace the gospel with nationalism and political ambition. That’s a dangerous trade. 🧵↙️

3. It distorts the Great Commission. Jesus told us to make disciples (Matthew 28:19), not to take over cultural institutions. Discipleship changes hearts; politics and power struggles don’t. 🧵↙️

2. It confuses influence with domination. Christians are called to be salt and light (Matthew 5:13-16), influencing the world through love, truth, and good works—not through coercion or political takeover. 🧵↙️

1. It’s about power, not Jesus. Jesus never told his followers to seize control of society. He said, “My kingdom is not of this world” (John 18:36). The early church grew by serving, not by ruling. 🧵↙️