April 09, 2007
Be careful what you wish for, theocrats
Lightseeker over at Feet To Fire NAILS IT in this piece on why religion should stay out of politics.
So, what am I saying in this blog against theocracy? I am saying that when we resist the improper influence of clergy and church in secular affairs, we are saving some arrogant and benighted men (usually), and their followers, from themselves. The kingdom they seek cannot be legislated , cannot be built on the bodies of "unbelievers". That way lies not heaven on earth, but hell.
Politics and religion are corruptible, usually when they mix. That, my friends, is why they should always remain separate. I'm reminded today, while reading this, of why I have such strong feelings when it comes to public piety. Jesus warned us about it in Matthew, Chapter 6.
5"And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by men. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in full. 6But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.
Posted by mcblogger at April 9, 2007 02:08 PM
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