Kevin1971 wrote:
I believe abstaining from politics is considered a sin. I think it is our moral obligation to speak out against a government when they violate God's law.

Consider some of the practices that government officials currently debate, legalize, or even finance with our taxes: abortion, gambling, divorce, pornography, homosexuality, contraceptives for unmarried teens, and education that justifies some or all of these. Should Christians, gospel preachers, and even churches speak out about such issues, or should we remain silent? If we do not speak out, how do we fulfill our God-given duty to preach the truth and rebuke error? See Revelation 3:19; Galatians 6:1-2; James 5:19-20; I Thessalonians 5:14; Ephesians 5:11; 2 Timothy 4:2-4.  [more . . .]

The Bible teaches that government gets its authority directly from God. Yet, it often seems like government wants to replace God and expand to fill a role that only the church should fill. Government can't be its own conscience. Government can't minister to people. And government shouldn't force people of faith to violate their sincerely held beliefs. Watch Pastor Chris Clark as he stands up for religious liberty at a recent rally in San Diego.



When the people fear their government, there is tyranny. . . 
When the government fears the people, there is liberty.  
                                                            -- Thomas Jefferson

Edited 2 times by Sid2 07/13/12 5:48 AM.