The Secular Creed: Engaging Five Contemporary Claims

Rebecca McLaughlin examines five specific slogans often found on yard signs and social media: Black Lives Matter, Love is Love, Gay Rights are Civil Rights, Women’s Rights are Human Rights, and Kindness is Everything. She analyzes these claims through a historical and biblical lens, arguing that the moral weight behind these progressive values actually stems from Christian foundations rather than secular ones. McLaughlin discusses the distinct origins of universal human equality and the philosophical tension between modern identity politics and traditional Christian teachings regarding marriage, gender, and the sanctity of life.

This book is intended for Christians who feel pressured by cultural shifts and seek a way to engage with secular neighbors without compromising their theological convictions. Readers look for intellectual clarity on how to support social justice and human dignity while maintaining a biblical view of sexuality and the nuclear family. The text provides historical context and scriptural arguments that allow a reader to separate valid moral concerns from secular ideologies, resulting in a more nuanced approach to public discourse.