By OBBM Network Editorial Staff

Derived from an episode of CROSSPOLITIC.

When Adam James walked onto the stage at Grace City Church, he didn’t just talk about sermons; he discussed how a handful of votes could halt the slide of Washington’s state government into what he calls “the death of the state.” His message was clear—Christian silence is no longer an option.

Christian Apathy and Electoral Consequences

James, the former legislative candidate for District 12, described the prevailing “defeatist mindset” among believers in Washington. He cited data showing that in ten of the state’s 49 legislative districts, the margin of defeat for the most recent conservative candidates was under 4 percent. “3.81% was the margin of defeat in 10 legislative districts,” he said, noting that just 41,000 votes across those districts separate the current minority from a majority in both the House and Senate.

The numbers, he argued, illustrate a broader truth: “Statistically over a million self‑identified Christians did not vote in the last election.” That abstention, he believes, is directly responsible for the loss of Republican seats and the advancement of policies he labels “woke” and “uniparty.”

Mobilizing the Church as a Political Force

James recalled a conversation with Joseph Backholm, former executive director of the Family Policy Institute of Washington, who claimed that if 80 % of Christians voted in Seattle, no socialist would win a city‑council seat. While the claim is bold, James uses it to illustrate the potential impact of organized Christian voting.

He urged churches to see themselves as “salt and light” in the public square, warning that without active participation, the state is “heading off a cliff.” James emphasized that the responsibility lies not only with individual voters but also with pastors who must disciple their congregations toward civic engagement.

The Role of Christian Business Networks

Host Toby Sumpter, Gabriel Rench, and Chocolate Knox highlighted the growing Businessmakers network. The network’s upcoming conferences in Nashville and London, Ontario, aim to equip leaders with tools to affect policy and culture.

James praised the men’s ministry at Grace City Church, which recently gathered just under 5,000 men to discuss “what it means to be a statesman.” He believes that moral clarity, conviction, and courage from Christian men can translate into tangible political outcomes, whether in churches, businesses, or elected office.

Looking Ahead: A Call to Action

The conversation concluded with a shared sense that the next election cycle could be pivotal. James urged listeners to register, vote, and encourage their churches to adopt a proactive stance. As he put it, “If we wake up the church, we can solve the political and spiritual decline together.”

In a nation where faith communities are often disengaged from politics, the message from Washington’s Christian leaders is a rallying cry: the future of the state may hinge on the next generation of believers stepping into the ballot box.

The full episode of CROSSPOLITIC is available on OBBM Network TV.