"It is God's will that by doing good, you might cure the ignorance of fools who think you're a danger to society." 1 Peter 2:15
In this general election campaign which candidate is considered to be more of a danger to society? The Christian one of course! Tony Abbott's Catholicism is considered to be a negative, at least by those in the media.
To a degree we Christians have brought some of it on ourselves. We lack compassion in areas where there is a difference of moral values such as in same sex relationships and abortion. And now, given the advances in technology, we have to deal with fallout from the American Evangelicals too.
Nevertheless, I do get frustrated at the negative press that Christians receive. After all, stack up the church/para church social ministries contribution to society against the atheist one and see which has done more.
It is going to be a continual challenge for the church in these times to get the message of God's love out there. The media is highly unlikely to do it. As always, it will be up to individuals to change the world. And from a Christian perspective, individuals empowered by God. Continue to do good, "exercise your freedom by serving God, not by breaking the rules. Treat everyone you meet with dignity. Love your spiritual family. Revere God. Respect the government." (vs 16-17).
Help me God.
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