The single best way to ruin a dinner party is to bring up either religion or politics. If you really want to cause a rukus, bring up both.
These topics are emotionally charged, and intelectually complex. For Christians, they create questions that are foundational to our worldview and to our understanding of how we ought to live like Christ.
How should Christians relate to Government? Should we embrace government? Should we pursue political careers? Should we avoid government altogether or even fight for the seperation of church and state in an effort to protect what is Holy?
These foundational questions affect how we answer the more practical questions like: How should we vote? Who should we vote for? Is it ever okay to dissobey the government? What do we think about Police?
The bad news is that answering the questions about Christians and Government doesn't come easy. Historically, Christians have been on both sides of the "church and state" fence. Some have even built new fences and set up camp in completely different places.
The Good news is that Pastor Brian Reed has developed a resource that can help.
In this seminar and downloadable eBook Pastor Brian examines the 5 most popular approaches to Christians in Government and then walks through the relevant Biblical passages leaving you with a solid foundation so that you can make an informed decision.
Take some time to listen to the mp3 and feel free to download the eBook and follow allong. You won't be dissapointed.
If you liked this article you may also like, "Is America Really a Christian Nation".
These topics are emotionally charged, and intelectually complex. For Christians, they create questions that are foundational to our worldview and to our understanding of how we ought to live like Christ.
How should Christians relate to Government? Should we embrace government? Should we pursue political careers? Should we avoid government altogether or even fight for the seperation of church and state in an effort to protect what is Holy?
These foundational questions affect how we answer the more practical questions like: How should we vote? Who should we vote for? Is it ever okay to dissobey the government? What do we think about Police?
The bad news is that answering the questions about Christians and Government doesn't come easy. Historically, Christians have been on both sides of the "church and state" fence. Some have even built new fences and set up camp in completely different places.
The Good news is that Pastor Brian Reed has developed a resource that can help.
In this seminar and downloadable eBook Pastor Brian examines the 5 most popular approaches to Christians in Government and then walks through the relevant Biblical passages leaving you with a solid foundation so that you can make an informed decision.
Take some time to listen to the mp3 and feel free to download the eBook and follow allong. You won't be dissapointed.
If you liked this article you may also like, "Is America Really a Christian Nation".
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