The term christianos, first used in Antioch to describe the followers of Christ, emerged in a Gentile city receptive to the gospel, despite opposition from some Jews. Though initially possibly pejorative, implying scorn from opponents, the name does not inherently discredit its appropriateness for true disciples of Jesus Christ. The Greek word chrematizo in Acts 11:26 suggests a divine origin for the term, indicating that God may have intended christianos for describing Christ's followers among the Greek-speaking audience. The name directly references the Anointed One, Christos, without implication of falsehood. Paul, when addressed as a Christian by Agrippa, did not reject the term but embraced its implication, showing no objection despite his Hebrew identity. This acceptance underscores that repudiating the term could confuse or deny Christ, especially after preaching His message. Similarly, Peter in I Peter 4:14-16 uses christianos, highlighting that the issue lies not with the term itself, which means follower of Christ, but with those who claim it while holding beliefs and practices contrary to Christ's teachings. Distinguishing true Christians—those called by the Father, repentant, and transformed by God's Spirit—from nominal ones becomes necessary due to Satan's counterfeits. Just as Jesus distinguished true Israelites and true worshippers without discarding the terms, followers of Christ must clarify the label Christian rather than abandon it. The essential mark of a true follower remains belief and conduct, reflecting the fruit of God's Spirit, which cannot be ultimately counterfeited, regardless of the name applied.

True Christianity consists of those who possess the Spirit of God and are thereby led by it to put to death the deeds of the flesh and submit to the Father's will. Such individuals follow Jesus Christ by imitating His conduct, walking in love as He did, and seeking first the Kingdom of God rather than the kingdoms of this world. Profession of belief in Jesus as Savior, acceptance of broad doctrines such as the Ten Commandments, or claims of national heritage do not suffice, for true followers are identified by their works and their separation from the world's values. The founders of the United States deliberately avoided establishing any single religious system as national policy, permitting only general instruction in religion and morality to promote civic order while prohibiting any denomination from dominating. America's collective conduct across its history demonstrates that it has never functioned as a Christian nation, since its citizens and leaders have consistently pursued political and cultural agendas at odds with Christ's commands. Evangelicals who equate support for particular parties or candidates with faithfulness to God divide Christ and blend His Kingdom with human governments, resulting in a form of idolatry. In contrast, those called by the Father receive the capacity to understand the mysteries of the Kingdom and are commanded to come out of the world spiritually, remaining sanctified while continuing to live among others without adopting its lusts or pride. This distinction reveals the enmity between the Kingdom of God and all kingdoms of men, including ancient Israel, and requires believers to reject force, competition, and self-will in favor of the meek submission modeled by the Lamb of God.