Think about Jesus during his time here as a human on earth, approximately 2000 years ago. A lot of people, such as Judas Iscariot thought that the Messiah's purpose was to overthrow the evil government. Instead, Jesus focused his ministry into changing the minds and hearts of people and of course as the person sent to die for the sins of the world.
In Addition,
In Genesis, God gave Adam and Eve a choice to sin or not to sin by eating the forbidden fruit.
(Ok, long winded but here's my question).
Is it just possible that because Jesus did not try to influence the government in those days, that he wants us to do the same today? Is it possible that instead of us voting for or against candidates based on their pro-choice/pro-life stance, we should instead be working to change the hearts and minds of the people?
Instead of Christians working to overturn abortion laws, shouldn't we follow Jesus example and work on helping those in need? If we do that, perhaps people will choose life?
2006-11-28
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