How Can a Christian Be in Politics?: A Guide Toward Faithful Politics (Vital Questions) - Softcover

Herron, Roy; Taylor, Dan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0842381082 ISBN 13: 9780842381086

Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, 2005

Synopsis

What does it mean to be a Christ follower in the political arena? Roy Herron, a Tennessee senator, gives us an insider's look into his personal struggles and victories in politics. This is an excellent resource to help assess our responsibility as Christians to our nation.

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From the Back Cover

How Would Jesus Vote?
The question is not as absurd as it may sound.

God is not a Democrat or a Republican, but God is interested in politics, as in every other area of life.

But how can a Christian be involved in politics—either as a citizen or a politician—and not compromise core convictions?

To answer that question, Roy Herron draws on his experience as a pastor, lawyer, and state senator to argue for what he calls faithful politics.

Faithful Politics is the response to God’s call to “Seek the welfare of the city where I have sent you.” Herron asserts that Christians must be involved in politics in order to contribute to the common good of the society in which God has put them.

So whether the word politics conjures up images of waste, corruption, arrogance, burdensome taxes, and moral decline...

or images of needed services, defense of freedom, justice, compassion, and protection of the weak...

this is a book that will help you think about the vital interaction between faith and politics.

This practical and timely book addresses

• What the Bible teaches us about politics
• How politics can, if done rightly, save and improve lives
• How to evaluate a politician, position, or policy
• How to find political compromise without moral compromise
• The dangers as well as the opportunities of political action

Vital Questions Clear Thinking for Faithful Living
The Vital Questions series investigates key issues that make a practical difference in how Christians think and act. Each book’s goal is to provide a substantial, accessible discussion of issues about which Christians need to know more.

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Vital Questions Clear Thinking for Faithful Living
The Vital Questions series investigates key issues that make a practical difference in how Christians think and act. Each book’s goal is to provide a substantial, accessible discussion of issues about which Christians need to know more.

Edition details

• Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0842381082
• ISBN 13: 9780842381086
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 208