Introduction:

In today’s America, many feel disillusioned not only by the state of our politics, but by the erosion of values that once shaped our nation’s heart and soul. As someone deeply rooted in both civic engagement and Christian ministry, I’ve witnessed the steady encroachment of liberal ideology not just in government halls, but within the very churches that once stood as guardians of moral clarity. This post is more than political commentary—it’s a call to remember what made America great in the first place: a reverence for God, the Constitution, and the kind of integrity that refuses to be bought by power. I invite you to explore this reflection and consider how we, as believers and citizens, can restore the foundation we’ve lost.

Politicians … Not such a glorious bunch.

Restoring America’s Integrity Begins with Confronting Political Power

By R.S. Helms

The story of American greatness has always been wrapped in bold ideals: liberty, justice, and moral conviction. But beneath the surface of those noble principles lies a hard truth—our political institutions have strayed. From Andrew Jackson’s era to the present, corruption borne of power has infected too many of those elected to serve. We now live in a time where politicians accumulate immense wealth, then leverage that influence to pass legislation that benefits themselves and elite interests, often at the expense of the average Christian citizen.

Since the Reagan administration, we’ve seen a slide away from constitutional stewardship—except for one striking exception. Donald Trump’s presidency, controversial as it was, showed many Americans what it looks like when a leader fights not for global approval but for the American people. His first term wasn’t perfect; he alienated allies and inflamed adversaries. But he kept his promises, and that earned him loyalty from many who long felt ignored by Washington. Now in a second term, he continues that fight, though similar interpersonal fractures are beginning to show.

The backlash from the political left has been fierce. Since the Obama years, strategies aimed at dividing the electorate have intensified. Encouraging chaos, fueling street-level unrest, and deploying media propaganda have become tools to polarize and destabilize. It’s no longer about debate—it’s about disorienting the public until core values erode.

Complicating matters further is a dangerous drift toward globalism. When politicians on both sides envision unions—like the North American Union or a UN-centered global order—we risk losing sovereignty and the foundational convictions that make America distinct. These visions of international governance may appeal to powerful elites, but they threaten the liberties of everyday Americans.

That same ideological creep is infecting our churches. As someone who has served as Pastor to Southern Baptist congregations in deeply divided areas, I’ve seen firsthand how liberalism has diluted the church’s role in the community. Christians embracing liberal ideology has weakened the true church—the one built on biblical doctrine, spiritual conviction, and moral clarity. We cannot wait for culture to come back to us. We must bring the church to the community and allow the Holy Spirit to lead our mission forward.

America has always been exceptional, not because it is perfect, but because it is principled. Despite the trials, I believe our nation is blessed by God, and there remains a path toward redemption. It begins with reclaiming integrity, demanding accountability, and resisting the comforts of complacency. We cannot wait for change to arrive—we must be the ones to bring it forth.

In conclusion:

As I look across our country—its fractured political landscape, its confused moral compass, its burdened soul—I’m reminded that restoration doesn’t begin in Washington; it begins in our homes, our churches, and our communities. The fight to reclaim our nation’s heart is not one waged by anger alone, but by conviction, by truth, and by the Spirit that dwells within each believer. We must stop waiting for change from institutions that have long abandoned their purpose. Instead, we must become the change, driven by faith, sustained by courage, and emboldened by the legacy we’re called to protect. America may be bruised, but she is not broken. And with God’s help, we can make her whole again.

Thanks for checking in. R.S.Helms