We The People: Should Christians Engage in Politics?
Yes, of course they should. I have heard it said that Christians should not engage in politics because: God’s kingdom is not of this world Separation of church and state Jesus didn’t have a political party But here’s the thing: we are called to be salt and light (Matthew 5:13). How do we do this unless we engage in the world around us? And how are we to hate what is evil and cling to what is good (Romans 12:9) if we just sit idly by? God’s kingdom is not of this world… True, but our purpose in this world is not to sit and wait for heaven. Our purpose is to glorify God and fulfill the Great Commission. The political sphere is an important way we can do this! God calls us to be stewards of what He has given us, and our country is something He has given us to love, protect, and give over to God’s sovereignty. Separation of church and state… This argument comes from a m...