Will People Leave Your Church Over Politics?
“Yes, there has always been the reality of churches mixing in too much politics, but this is different. It’s not necessarily about the pastor being too political, as would be the common claim before our current political climate. Today’s criticism is more focused on what the pastor is not. This usually takes form in two different outrages…” - F&T
IMO, singing America the Beautiful or recognizing our Veteran’;s on Memorial Day (or some might prefer to do so on Veteran’s Day) is supporting our country without supporting any particular political party.
We can overdo it and easily mix up our priorities, however. We have to put the cross ahead of the flag and not confuse them. Like so many things, moderation is probably the best route.
Jeremiah 29:7 perhaps best states our attitude toward our country and city while we are “in exile”
Also, seek the peace and prosperity of the city to which I have carried you into exile. Pray to the Lord for it, because if it prospers, you too will prosper.”
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