Christian Reconstructionism Today

Reconstructionism developed two related concepts that spread beyond their movement and that influence many Republican leaders today: dominionism and a “biblical worldview.” Dominionism holds that God calls Christians to rule over all aspects of society. A biblical worldview is a theocratic framework for seeing all of the Bible as a strict blueprint for structuring society, as opposed to merely guiding individuals.

Today, Reconstructionism’s influence is evident in assertions that the government should fall under biblical law, blurring the lines between church and state. It continues to drive Protestant Christian education and anti-abortion activism, including efforts to criminalize getting or performing an abortion.