Bible Question:
What is an acceptiable "Biblical question?" Why can a "Biblical question" not be asked concerning politics? This sounds very much like the opposite end of another question concerning Church and state. Carefull with your answers, please. I know this is not a political forum. This is the very reason I participate herein, I hope to see biblical, not worldly answers. Are not the professors herein strong enough in the Word to give biblical answers concerning political questions without quarreling? There are many people who have sincere questions concerning biblical principles where politics are concerned. Questions which should be answered in such a forum. Were there a Christian Political forum, perhaps such would be better, but I know of none, so does this relieve us of our responsibilities as Christians concerning political questions? Or are we scaired that the true nature of some will surface and they may be seen in a different light? Scripture states that we should know our brethren. Not that we should knopw them except for their political views. Or do we in this forum, not wish to know one another this deep? Politics are nasty. We live in a nasty world. We are not to be conformed to this nasty world. But does this mean that just because we are Christians, we are not to vote, or share our questions and Gods Word concerning such? Or are we simply not to do this in the "Study Bible Forum?" Sincerely in Christ GB |
Bible Answer: I agree. I certainly do not want to be discussing purely political issues. But clearly a Christian is one who believes and declares Jesus as Lord over every aspect of his life. This includes the Christian's reponsibility to fulfill his obligation as a citizen to vote. Thus since our decisions are suppose to be guided by our Counselor, the Holy Spirit, I see no reason why issues that necessarily determine the way in which we effect our body politic should not be openly discussed in light of the Word of God. Christianity does not espouse a segmented life, but a life that in every part is consumed and united by a desire to honor Father and Son. |