Are Christians Called to Discuss Politics?
With President Trump’s inauguration, America is headed in a new direction. It is one that I am very excited to see, and I love how quickly he is instituting a change in policies . . . but not everyone I know is as excited. I believe that this is a unique opportunity granted by God for multiple purposes.
His grace is an opportunity to turn America away from the progressive policies of the previous administration. It is also a unique opportunity to return to civil dialogue with those who did not vote at all, or did not vote for President Trump. I feel in my heart a need for discipleship, both biblically and politically.
It is our goal to do more than educate you on the important issues of the day, but to also train you on how to have civil discourse with others, regardless of their worldview.
Should Christians discuss politics?
Webster’s 1828 Dictionary defines “politics” as: “The science and ethics of government for the preservation of its safety, peace and prosperity; . . . and the protection of its citizens in their rights, with the preservation and improvement of their morals.”
The word “preservation” is mentioned twice! In Matthew 5, Jesus told His followers, “You are the salt of the earth.” Salt is a preservative. Light brings clarity. I believe if we share our biblical worldview regarding laws and culture, that we are being “salt and light,” and it will help preserve our Constitutional Republic . . . and you may the only person in someone’s life who can do that!
God has called us to be Ambassadors of His kingdom, and he works through us to influence our culture and our nation. Scripture is full of examples of God working through his people to influence the work around them: Joseph, sold into Egyptian captivity, rose to second in command under Pharaoh; Esther, a young Jewish girl, used her position to persuade her King-husband to spare the annihilation of the Jews; and the Apostle Paul successfully opposed and persuaded Jewish rulers and Roman authorities.
Maybe God placed you (and me!) here “for such a time as this.”
My pastor recently taught on how we can speak truth that doesn’t end relationships, and I’ll share them with you next week! Keep an eye out for that email where I’ll share some specific “how-tos!”
