CHRISTIANS: If you elect a Christian politician, what Christian qualities should they display while in office?

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In the past, to what degree have you been satisfied by their performance?

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Answer 1

I'm guessing craziness and mental instability.

Answer 2

Well I hate to be snarky, but I think that Christian and politician should not be used in the same sentence as they are an oxymoron.
Allow me to explain. Christianity states there is only one God, displayed in the Trinity (Father, Son, Spirit) and that the Bible is the inspired Word of God. All those who reject Jesus Christ will go to Hell. Very simple, no complications, and no compromises.

Now enter the politician. The politician's life is all about consensus and compromise. It's how they live. Giving and taking to get a product in the end that no one is really happy with but no one especially hates, that's the goal of the politician, that and being reelected.

I personally don't see how the two can co-exist, can you?

Let me give you an example, good old Mr. W.
He claims to be a Christian. I am not denying that, I am simply saying that God knows for sure and that we are to judge him (W) by his fruits. Let's look at some fruits:

W declared Allah and God were the same being.
Wrong answer.

W signed RDU90 into law, effectively allowing a woman to administer her own home abortion.
Wrong answer.

W's administration barred Creation scientists from researching in the federally-owned Grand Canyon (they wanted to gather evidence of the global flood).
Wrong answer.

See what I mean?

Answer 3

At the very least having a fish displayed on the trunk of your car should get you the same forbearance on traffic tickets as having the "I support the policemen's defense fund" or whatever bumper sticker does.

Edit: Okay, seriously, how about just doing the job they're paid for - you know, that "Christian work ethic" thang. I don't think it should be a big stretch to say "don't do the pages" and "don't use public funds or material for private gains" either and maybe while you're taking suggestions "don't turn any meeting into a prayer meeting - it's not about God or Jesus, it's about roads, schools and hospitals and tax revenues".

Edit: Oooo, hardly saw that second question sitting in there. To the extent that anybody has ever come out as a Christian while in office, I've been disappointed. In all cases it means they're saying "I must do this" or "I cannot do that" because of some higher authority - if I wanted a higher authority in office I would have voted for him/her/it. I prefer politicians who can think. This applies to any religious affiliation.

Answer 4

I have yet to see any politician walk in the Word and that is because they have to appease all the people for election. Just saying they are Christian doesn't mean anything, their actions say otherwise.
I would love to have an honest Christian in politics but in my opinion, it will never happen because they would have to sway their religious beliefs for the majority of the votes.
Christianity and politics cannot be combined if they really want to stay in office...
If an absolute Christian took office, I would expect for him or her to stand by the Word and not worry about what some groups wants him/her to do while in office.

Answer 5

Display the fruits of the spirit? WOW, if a politician started speaking in tongues, or prophesying during his term in office, it would be over for him. The 'Fruits of the Spirit' are displayed in mental institutions everyday and my guess is that if a sitting president started 'displaying' them, even the Christians would start to worry.

If I were to elect a Christian politician, I would want him to leave his belief at the front door of the White House. His morals can stay, but basing decisions on an individual belief structure could be disastrous for everyone. Usually Christians don't think this is true, but if you ask them what they would want an Islamic president to do with his belief, they change their tunes quickly.

The fact that there are many religious beliefs and practices in the US, make it imperative for leaders to leave their personal beliefs out of policy decision making.

Answer 6

As a Christian, I vote for the candidates that agree with my views on all issues, some are Christian issues, Abortion ect.

Some other issues Taxation, ect are also important that are not as Religious in nature.

I also look for a person that will be honest and do what they say. I do not like political junkies who's main purpose is to attain office. Politicians should be in office to SERVE the people, not the other way around.

And Both of our political parties are out of control.

Peace!

Answer 7

First, they should respect life. They should work to outlaw abortion.

They should work to stop the promotion of homosexuality as a viable lifestyle.

They should prosecute members of the entertainment media who glamorize drugs, violence and other anti-social behavior. This would return our movies to the standards of the 1950's and early 60's.

They would recognize that our rights come from God, and end government hostility towards religion. The First Amendment would be restored to its proper interpretation (pre Warren Court).

We would return to an honest (gold-backed) dollar. After all, government has to set the example if the people are to be virtuous.

They would end secret deals between our government and foreign governments. If we the people are in charge of our government, we cannot have them doing things behind our backs.

They would end government intrusion into our personal lives. The Fourth Amendment would be restored.

Anyone who participated in torture, or American citizens or foreigners would be prosecuted. Civilized people do not resort to torture. The Fifth Amendment would be restored.

They would end the obsession with disarming the American people. An armed citizenry is a free citizenry. The Second Amendment would be restored.

The schools would teach whatever the parents wanted taught to their children, after all, they are paying for the schools. Schools teaching evolution would be available for parents wanting their children exposed to Darwin's theory. Schools teaching Creation would be available to parents favoring Creationism. It's called FREEDOM.

Well, that's a start. I have not been happy with the performance of our politicians in my lifetime. Our culture has deteriorated, crime has increased, Americans have died in un-declared wars, and our politicians have made us the most hated nation in the world.

Answer 8

To me, a true Christian politician would follow all 10 of the 10 Commandments. I have yet to see a Christian politician. I have seen many who "claim" to be Christian, but they are really quite worldly. As Jesus said, "You will know them by their fruits."

Answer 9

That person should be willing to sacrifice for the good of the flock.


But the only cases I've heard don't come from politicians,but from lay people.

Answer 10

I don't know any Christians.

If you're talking about church people, I assume they should demonstrate all the same qualities that they want to demonstrate, like for example nuttiness and all kinds of goofy beliefs; but don't politicians do that already?

Answer 11

That they be against everything that usually defines a politician and be a true Christian.

ok/almost never/so so

dave