Tag Archives: politics

Is It Appropriate for Believers to Use Violence to Advance Justice?

Posted on September 11, 2017 by jesuswithoutbaggage

I don’t talk about partisan politics on this blog, and I am not part of any political party. However, sometimes I do mention that the kingdom of God, by its very nature, is somewhat subversive to any government because it … Continue reading →

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How Does Identifying with the Kingdom of God Affect Our Political Participation?

Posted on October 3, 2016 by jesuswithoutbaggage

This is not a partisan political article; it promotes no political party and no candidate at any level. Rather it raises the question of how our being part of the kingdom of God influences our voting and political participation and … Continue reading →

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Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is Liberty

Posted on July 21, 2014 by jesuswithoutbaggage

During the entire year of 1976 (the bicentennial), my denomination used a special logo in its publications. Recently, I came across a book mark from that campaign while cleaning out a storage space. It depicts George Washington crossing the Delaware and … Continue reading →

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Loving Our Enemies—Tough Cases

Posted on November 12, 2013 by jesuswithoutbaggage

Previously I shared my thoughts, based on Jesus’ teaching, about valuing people over property and personal rights, and I talked about the Father’s loving attitude toward all of us even though we are broken and hurt each other. Yet, even … Continue reading →

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