"Acknowledging" God in the Public Square?
Just read a thought-provoking article by Paul J. Dean, adjunct professor at Erskine Theological Seminary, discussing the church/state issue as it pertains to engaging our culture. He writes:
"Christians often wrap the gospel in the American flag and in so doing confuse not only the nation and the church but also our allegiance to Christ and His gospel with our allegiance to America and our rights.
"...it is not in keeping with the gospel to legislate Christianity as it not only fosters the lukewarmness mentioned above, but a dead Pharisaic mentality that keeps persons comfortable in their self-righteousness, sin, and separation from God."
He makes a good case for fighting for souls rather than fighting for our "rights". Strong-arming and political imposition won't achieve the impact for Christ that we would desire.
Read the full article... [Hat-tip to Christian City News and Blogs Network.]
"Christians often wrap the gospel in the American flag and in so doing confuse not only the nation and the church but also our allegiance to Christ and His gospel with our allegiance to America and our rights.
"...it is not in keeping with the gospel to legislate Christianity as it not only fosters the lukewarmness mentioned above, but a dead Pharisaic mentality that keeps persons comfortable in their self-righteousness, sin, and separation from God."
He makes a good case for fighting for souls rather than fighting for our "rights". Strong-arming and political imposition won't achieve the impact for Christ that we would desire.
Read the full article... [Hat-tip to Christian City News and Blogs Network.]
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