A Word of Caution
Friday, October 15, 2004
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Note: This is my article for the bulletin this weekend but I thought it was worth sharing here as well. I am open to comments and refining my view. I know this is a difficult subject.
In this politically-charged climate we are living in, I would like to offer a word of caution for Christians who are trying to be faithful to Jesus in these times. It is important to share our faith as it relates to the issues of our country. We should have a word to share as our salty Christian influence comes in contact with others who are struggling with political issues. But it is so easy to takes sides or be mean-spirited or to divide and exclude ourselves from others--even other Christians! When you do talk politics with others, remember these words of Paul: "Don't have anything to do with foolish or stupid arguments, because you know they produce quarrels. And the Lord's servant must not quarrel; instead, he must be kind to everyone...." 2 Timothy2:23-24
Our allegiance is to Christ, not presidential candidates or political parties. And let's remember what Peter said: We should love one another deeply from the heart. Let us not let politics keep us from loving each other. Remember--we are brothers and sisters in Christ.
In this politically-charged climate we are living in, I would like to offer a word of caution for Christians who are trying to be faithful to Jesus in these times. It is important to share our faith as it relates to the issues of our country. We should have a word to share as our salty Christian influence comes in contact with others who are struggling with political issues. But it is so easy to takes sides or be mean-spirited or to divide and exclude ourselves from others--even other Christians! When you do talk politics with others, remember these words of Paul: "Don't have anything to do with foolish or stupid arguments, because you know they produce quarrels. And the Lord's servant must not quarrel; instead, he must be kind to everyone...." 2 Timothy2:23-24
Our allegiance is to Christ, not presidential candidates or political parties. And let's remember what Peter said: We should love one another deeply from the heart. Let us not let politics keep us from loving each other. Remember--we are brothers and sisters in Christ.
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I especially have to be careful of this, concidering how vocal I am about this current election. I don't want to alieniate others just because of differing views. Rather I should simply love others for our differences. I will strive to better understand why those around me think the way they do.
I agree with you, Mr. Casey, that we should not have an allegiance to a certain political party. (Neither major party in America is very scriptually sound.)
I will do my best not to confuse my spiritual beliefs with my political beliefs, and treat all of the breathren fairly.
By: Kris Lange
James' passion moved me. I also slight my political "foes" in speech and thought. I too need to worry less with such matters. I need to care more, love more, do more. I should/will argue, batter, and care less for things which will not save the soul of my friend next to me in class.
Thanks James and thank you Casey
Kris L.
Thanks for pointing to that scripture , Casey. I am just working on the website right now, and I was checking out your blog and happened to click to see a scripture that I needed to read. I am not political, but this is something I need to be mindful of with my relationships. I do believe God wants us to avoid arguments and quarrels that eventually happen from them.
A lot of love to you and your faith to our maker, almighty God,
matthew
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