Kingdom First: Why Choosing Earthly Sides Might Be Missing the Point
It feels like everywhere we turn, we’re being forced to pick a political side. But if we look at the life of Jesus and the writings of the early church, we see a very different "policy."
Here’s why taking political sides and speaking against government might not be as "biblical" as we think:
1. Our Citizenship is Not of This World
In Philippians 3:20, we are reminded that "our citizenship is in heaven." If we are ambassadors of a different Kingdom, why are we getting so tangled up in the internal politics of this one? An ambassador doesn't campaign for the local government; they represent their Home Country.
2. The "Romans 13" Reality
This is a tough one for many, but Romans 13:1 is clear: "Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established." Biblically, God uses leaders—even the ones we don't like—for His own purposes. To speak against them is often seen as speaking against the "order" God has allowed for this season.
3. Prayer Over Protest
In 1 Timothy 2:1-2, we aren't told to "call out" or "slander" our leaders. We are told to pray for them, especially so that we can lead "peaceful and quiet lives." The Goal: Focus on the "Spirit of Peace," not the "Spirit of Division."
4. Jesus Didn’t Play the Game
When Jesus was here, the people wanted Him to be a political revolutionary. They wanted Him to overthrow Rome. But Jesus stayed "Above the Law" of man. He told Pilate, "My kingdom is not of this world" (John18:36). If Jesus didn't spend His time attacking the Roman government, why do we spend so much time attacking ours?
The Bottom Line: When we pick a political side, we often end up building walls that Jesus already tore down. If He is the Fulfillment, then our job isn't to fix the "shadow" (the government); it's to reflect the "Substance" (Jesus).
Let’s be known for our love and our peace, not our political rants.
#KingdomCitizenship
#FaithOverPolitics #BibleStudy #Peace #JesusIsKing🗳️ Kingdom First: Why Choosing Earthly Sides Might Be Missing the Point 🗳️
It feels like everywhere we turn, we’re being forced to pick a political side. But if we look at the life of Jesus and the writings of the early church, we see a very different "policy."
Here’s why taking political sides and speaking against government might not be as "biblical" as we think:
1. Our Citizenship is Not of This World 🌍✈️
In Philippians 3:20, we are reminded that "our citizenship is in heaven." If we are ambassadors of a different Kingdom, why are we getting so tangled up in the internal politics of this one? An ambassador doesn't campaign for the local government; they represent their Home Country.
2. The "Romans 13" Reality 📜
This is a tough one for many, but Romans 13:1 is clear: "Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established." Biblically, God uses leaders—even the ones we don't like—for His own purposes. To speak against them is often seen as speaking against the "order" God has allowed for this season.
3. Prayer Over Protest 🙏
In 1 Timothy 2:1-2, we aren't told to "call out" or "slander" our leaders. We are told to pray for them, especially so that we can lead "peaceful and quiet lives." The Goal: Focus on the "Spirit of Peace," not the "Spirit of Division."
4. Jesus Didn’t Play the Game 🕊️
When Jesus was here, the people wanted Him to be a political revolutionary. They wanted Him to overthrow Rome. But Jesus stayed "Above the Law" of man. He told Pilate, "My kingdom is not of this world" (John18:36). If Jesus didn't spend His time attacking the Roman government, why do we spend so much time attacking ours?
The Bottom Line: When we pick a political side, we often end up building walls that Jesus already tore down. If He is the Fulfillment, then our job isn't to fix the "shadow" (the government); it's to reflect the "Substance" (Jesus).
Let’s be known for our love and our peace, not our political rants. ❤️🙌#KingdomCitizenship #FaithOverPolitics #BibleStudy #Peace #JesusIsKing
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