Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Christians who advocate small gov't & tax cuts haven't read their Bible:

Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. Whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God: and they that resist shall receive to themselves damnation. For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same: For he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil. Wherefore ye must needs be subject, not only for wrath, but also for conscience sake. For for this cause pay ye tribute also: for they are God's ministers, attending continually upon this very thing. Render therefore to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honor to whom honor.
(Rom 13:1-7)

Jesus' response to taxes today would be the same as when He walked the earth (to paraphrase); Who's name is on the back of the dollar?  Render to the United States of America what is the United States of America's and to God what is God's. (Mark 12: 13-17)

2 comments:

  1. I suppose that our founders were against God's will, too, as they opposed authorities, also. And, we opposed the authority of the Nazis so I suppose America was not under God's will for that. Does God condone slavery, corruption, hatred, lies? He gives us free will to decide for ourselves what is right. This healthcare bill, our present government officials, are corrupt and just plain wrong. I am not convinced by Paul that we are doing wrong but opposing this oppressive bill that has the capability of destroying our country.

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  2. Just found your blog through Twitter. I coordinate a progressive Christian group in Dallas, TX. We're planning our fifth Good Friday Walk, remembering Jesus' teachings on the day of his death and stressing social justice. We are thinking of inviting Glenn Beck. www.DallasChristians.org

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