Citizenship

“Society is not going to be saved through any political process or candidate. Rather, the gospel will prevail no matter what human government is in power…. Yet, I still think that there is a strong rationale… for taking part in our nation’s democratic process, and even for believing men and women to seek political office.” - Theology in 3D

“Christian pastors are miserably failing in this area of discipleship.” - P&D

“This was published in 1984. The Pentecostal Evangel was the official weekly magazine of the Assemblies of God.” - Current

“There will be power at stake, but also tremendous profit as the purveyors of opinion seek to build audiences and sell advertisements. But we are not helpless. We can be more fair to each other and thus create the conditions for a more fruitful discourse.” - Public Discourse

“Christians often have questions about God and his connection to government…. especially arise when we get a government that appears to be at odds with Christian convictions. Let’s briefly explore this important topic.” - Reasons to Believe

“I too am troubled by the drift of public opinion on religious liberty, and I too am glad Trump will leave public office—that is, I understand why both perceptions make sense.

“We don’t like submission, we like to rule. This was the first sin - a desire to be as gods and determine what is right and wrong on our own - and it continues to be the source of all our sin. We do not want this man, that man, or any man for that matter, to rule over us (Luke 19:14).

“What exactly do you suggest Christians do? Should they hold their nose and vote for Trump but endeavor to still see him clearly and hold him accountable for his misconduct? Should they vote for Democrats even when Democrats would protect abortion rights and restrict religious freedom? Or should they vote third party or write in a name?” - David French

Christians, the Government, and the Ballot Box

Ben Sasse gave what David French calls a “short master class in civics and the role of the judiciary in the American constitutional republic.” - Acton