It’s a fine line, is it not? How do we act as “salt and light” in today’s world without seeming to align biblical faith with political activism? How do we avoid such a connection when one side champions causes diametrically opposed to what the Bible teaches?
The tragic death of Charlie Kirk has brought this matter to the forefront. He boldly defended his Bible-based beliefs in debates with those beholden to the LGBTQ+ agenda, as well as fiery pro-abortion advocates. During the past election cycle, Charlie brought a great many college-age youth into the political process in America.
I admired Kirk’s boldness and greatly miss his courageous stand, quick wit, and unwavering biblical faith. The support he gave to President Trump in last year’s election was most likely a factor in his triumph. But did his involvement in the political process blur the line between biblical faith and politics?
How do we speak out against those who champion anti-biblical ideals without seeming to support a particular political party? And when we do, how do we avoid putting too much confidence in flawed politicians who fail us at times?
There are no easy answers to these questions, but I believe what the Bible teaches us about God’s kingdom will help us navigate through the stormy seas of the perilous times of our day.
Our Primary Allegiance Belongs to God’s Kingdom
The battle behind the scenes of today’s cultural war is that of God’s kingdom versus the “domain of darkness” from which the Lord delivered us at the moment of our regeneration (see Colossians 1:13). Of course, we love our country, and in America, we enjoy the rights and privileges it offers us. At the same time, we keep in mind the words of Philippians 3:20-21:
“But our citizenship is in heaven, from which we eagerly await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, who will transform our lowly body to be like his glorious body, by the power that enables him even to subject all things to himself” (NKJV, emphasis added)[1]
Our kingdom allegiance belongs to God’s kingdom, and as such, it’s the source of our ultimate hope. We find strength in what we do not see, namely that of Jesus’ future appearing and the transformation of our “lowly” bodies to “be like his.” We belong to the winning side in the battle between good and evil, but our victory will not be evident until we meet Jesus in the air (1 Thessalonians 4:13-18).
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The tragic death of Charlie Kirk has brought this matter to the forefront. He boldly defended his Bible-based beliefs in debates with those beholden to the LGBTQ+ agenda, as well as fiery pro-abortion advocates. During the past election cycle, Charlie brought a great many college-age youth into the political process in America.
I admired Kirk’s boldness and greatly miss his courageous stand, quick wit, and unwavering biblical faith. The support he gave to President Trump in last year’s election was most likely a factor in his triumph. But did his involvement in the political process blur the line between biblical faith and politics?
How do we speak out against those who champion anti-biblical ideals without seeming to support a particular political party? And when we do, how do we avoid putting too much confidence in flawed politicians who fail us at times?
There are no easy answers to these questions, but I believe what the Bible teaches us about God’s kingdom will help us navigate through the stormy seas of the perilous times of our day.
Our Primary Allegiance Belongs to God’s Kingdom
The battle behind the scenes of today’s cultural war is that of God’s kingdom versus the “domain of darkness” from which the Lord delivered us at the moment of our regeneration (see Colossians 1:13). Of course, we love our country, and in America, we enjoy the rights and privileges it offers us. At the same time, we keep in mind the words of Philippians 3:20-21:
“But our citizenship is in heaven, from which we eagerly await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, who will transform our lowly body to be like his glorious body, by the power that enables him even to subject all things to himself” (NKJV, emphasis added)[1]
Our kingdom allegiance belongs to God’s kingdom, and as such, it’s the source of our ultimate hope. We find strength in what we do not see, namely that of Jesus’ future appearing and the transformation of our “lowly” bodies to “be like his.” We belong to the winning side in the battle between good and evil, but our victory will not be evident until we meet Jesus in the air (1 Thessalonians 4:13-18).
Kingdom Allegiance, Politics, and Mud Pies :: By Jonathan Brentner
It’s a fine line, is it not? How do we act as “salt and light” in today’s world without seeming to align biblical faith with political activism? How do we
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