God calls us to just and compassionate governance, and He calls us to engage the public square with conviction and love.
This is why World Relief and the National Association of Evangelicals have released a statement inviting all followers of Jesus – whether Democrats, Republicans or Independents – to join us in championing a biblically balanced public agenda and in seeking the health of the nation for the good of all people. Christians will not always agree on the specifics of governance or the best roads to reform. However, we do hold many callings and commitments in common, including:
Protecting Religious Freedom and Liberty of Conscience
Safeguarding the Nature and Sanctity of Human Life
Strengthening Marriages, Families and Children
Seeking Justice and Compassion for the Poor and Vulnerable
Preserving Human Rights
Pursuing Racial Justice and Reconciliation
Promoting Just Peace and Restraining Violence
Caring for God’s Creation
These issues provide a platform from which evangelicals can engage in common action. As Christians, our involvement should model the servant call of our faith and the care and concern for the other. In doing so, we may find our political efforts not only strengthen the social fabric of our nation but also rebuild the plausibility of the Christian faith in the minds and hearts of our fellow citizens.
About The Author
Harrison Okafor
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Judith is a believer, a lover of Christ and a Gospel freak person. A passionate gospel blogger and press writer. I work with GospelHitsNaija.net Media, no 1 Gospel music platform.
