Thoughts about Statism...
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Backwater Report - I found the article interesting. The part about the American flag in US churches was pretty good but I would add to it by asking, how do you think the presence of the US flag affects people who are not American, who come to church. Picture a person who comes from a country where Christianity is not a majority religion, particularly from a non-western nation. Many people already think that Christianity is a western religion; the presence of the American flag in church sanctuaries can only foster that misapprehension, in my opinion.
Later today I hope to post a review of chapters 5 and 6 of Debi Pearl's Created to Be His Helpmeet. I'll attempt it, anyway.
Posted at 03:42 am by Rosesandtea
 | Posted by Rosesandtea @ 04/12/2005 09:36 AM PDT | |
| Hi again, yes I do believe in voting, I put in "if you believe in it" because some Christians do not believe in that kind of participation in the world system. :) Just trying to be inclusive. |
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| Posted by Ruth @ 04/12/2005 06:09 AM PDT | |
| Do you not believe in voting then? |
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| Posted by Rosesandtea @ 04/12/2005 04:54 AM PDT | |
Hi, thanks for stopping by. Yes, in the main I am - in so far as claiming that secular political parties are "God's people" or some such. But, I do think that sometimes it is pretty clear cut which party or person would be the choice consistent with Christian beliefs/morals/etc. I simply cannot support someone who thinks that partial-birth abortion is OK, even if his/her plans for the economy sound better than the other guy's (if I thought that) for example.
Like you I thought his points about the difference between the world and the kingdom of God, good.
I know what you mean about Britain and patriotism. Is is possible to be partriotic and proud of one's country without reference to any other countries (i.e. without putting anyone else down). Britons have much to thank God for here - a beautiful land, many freedoms (including much freedom in homeschooling!) and a very resourceful and intelligent people. It is good to rejoice in that, in an attitude of humility and thankfulness to God. And most Christians - no matter where - could probably do more in the way of praying for leaders, and maybe even more action such as voting (if you believe in it) or sending letters to thank MPs or Senators or whoever for decisions or actions you agree with.
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| Posted by Ruth @ 04/12/2005 04:13 AM PDT | |
| Are you agreeing with him? I had a quick scan through. I thought it was a good clear account of the difference between state and the church. Although, Britain seems to be a little confused about patriotism. I think we could all use a little more, certainly in terms of praying and honouring leaders anyway, we could probably learn something from America. Everyone seems so cynical yours truly included. |
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