The article author makes some good points. Democracy may be the most compatible form of government with Christianity and religious freedoms in general – which was a very large part of why the founders of America chose it. It allows the people to influence the regulations of the society they reside in. It keeps one or a few people’s moral compass and priorities from controlling everyone else’s. On the flip side, because so many “moral compasses” have to work together to arrive at regulation that is mutually agreed to, nobody will ever fully get their way. Additionally, as the moral compass of the culture goes – the government regulation will reflect it.
So what should our individual role be in government/politics as a Christian? Jesus and the apostles showed us they were focused on the culture, the individual – salvation and its effects do not require or are bound to any type of government. But the effects can impact any type of government. We are told in the Bible to respect government and its regulations. In America, voting allows us to speak – to show responsibility for the care and well-being of ourselves, our loved ones, - for those who can’t take care of themselves. For those with passion and are led to a role in government – I’d encourage you to follow that, God has a reason.
Whether government, industry, education – whatever area of society we are involved – unfortunately we can’t always choose what is “ideal” according to our moral compass. Much of the time its “choosing the lesser of two evils”. Perhaps the most important thing is to focus on the sharpness and accuracy of our Christian moral compass, and ensure that is what guides us to make the best decisions and actions we can. -Ben
The article author makes some good points. Democracy may be the most compatible form of government with Christianity and religious freedoms in general – which was a very large part of why the founders of America chose it. It allows the people to influence the regulations of the society they reside in. It keeps one or a few people’s moral compass and priorities from controlling everyone else’s. On the flip side, because so many “moral compasses” have to work together to arrive at regulation that is mutually agreed to, nobody will ever fully get their way. Additionally, as the moral compass of the culture goes – the government regulation will reflect it.
ReplyDeleteSo what should our individual role be in government/politics as a Christian? Jesus and the apostles showed us they were focused on the culture, the individual – salvation and its effects do not require or are bound to any type of government. But the effects can impact any type of government. We are told in the Bible to respect government and its regulations. In America, voting allows us to speak – to show responsibility for the care and well-being of ourselves, our loved ones, - for those who can’t take care of themselves. For those with passion and are led to a role in government – I’d encourage you to follow that, God has a reason.
Whether government, industry, education – whatever area of society we are involved – unfortunately we can’t always choose what is “ideal” according to our moral compass. Much of the time its “choosing the lesser of two evils”. Perhaps the most important thing is to focus on the sharpness and accuracy of our Christian moral compass, and ensure that is what guides us to make the best decisions and actions we can.
-Ben