We who preach the gospel must not think of ourselves as public relations agents sent to establish good will between Christ and the world. We must not imagine ourselves commissioned to make Christ acceptable to big business, the press, the world of sports or modern education. We are not diplomats but prophets, and our message is not a compromise but an ultimatum. A.W. Tozer
Therefore let God-inspired Scripture decide between us; and on whichever side be found doctrines in harmony with the word of God, in favor of that side will be cast the vote of truth. --Basil of Caesarea
Once you learn to discern, there's no going back. You will begin to spot the lie everywhere it appears.

I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has strengthened me, because He considered me faithful, putting me into service. 1 Timothy 1:12

Saturday, November 16, 2013

Church and State?

“Meanwhile, we are left with a church that to a large extent has chosen to befriend the powers that dominate the world instead of judging them.  We should be reminded that the crucifixion of Christ was a joint production, instigated by religious authorities and then carried out by the state.  When the state joins forces with historicism and humanism in forging the great brutalities of the future, we should not be surprised to find the representatives of the establishment churches, fuglemen for the idolatries, earnestly assuring us that God’s will is being done.”

 Herbert Schlossberg, “Idols for Destruction: The Conflict of Christian Faith and American Culture,” p.259

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Sam said...

Haven't we seen this very same scenario played out in Germany?

Nationalism/patriotism has become the new religion of most American churches and if a believer and follower of Jesus Christ does not subscribe to this false belief system, then you will be thrown out of the synagogues/man-made temples/churches.

And the church still cries out for a human king.
May God forgive us in the Name of our LORD Jesus Christ. Amen.

November 16, 2013 at 4:31 PM
Joe said...

"And the church still cries out for a human king."

That's the truth. I suppose I'm on a sort of a kick, but I can't help thinking that for too many people who call themselves Christians, Christ is just not enough.

November 16, 2013 at 5:56 PM

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