Patriotism Primer

Is Patriotism or being a patriotic American critical for the future of a free America and our Constitutional Republic? Is there a clear connection between one’s level of Biblical understanding and one’s level of patriotism? Is being a good Christian foundational for being a good patriot and for the continuance of our Constitutional Republic? Is there a direct connection between silent pulpits and a lethargic church and anemic patriotism and a divided nation?