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By Thomas

May 8, 2008 10:01 AM | Link to this

So, they will no longer be “useful,” just “idiots?”

By DJ Johnson

May 6, 2008 7:04 PM | Link to this

Christians are the “salt of the earth”. Why should Christians be silenced when the Godless left has been in control of our culture for the last four decades? I think Christians have been silent long enough. Look at what the kids are being taught in the schools, moral relativity:homosexual behavior and abortion: good; Bibles and Christian books no good. Speak up. Look at what Jesus did with the money changers in the Temple! He didn`t sit silently by, no, He took action. Be salt and light

By Mark

May 5, 2008 5:59 PM | Link to this

I couldn’t agree more. Religion has been way over politicized. Now, we see why the Founding Fathers we’re adamant about the separation of Church and State.

By Tips

May 5, 2008 5:59 PM | Link to this

What ever happened to the separation of church and state? That’s the issue with countries like Iran & Iraq, there is no such separation. Religious zeal is just as responsible for war as greed.

By Joanie

May 5, 2008 4:27 PM | Link to this

I absolutely agree that evangelicals have become too political! They try to shove their own personal brand of Christianity down everyone’s throats and give their views the enforcement of law. They show no respect for other religions.

By Nina

May 5, 2008 4:03 PM | Link to this

The Bible and politics don’t mix. True Christians shouldn’t even get involved in politics. Jesus said My Kingdom is no part of this world. (John 18:36) Also, the scriptures mention how at Armageddon thek kings of the earth (or political entities) will be destroyed. God’s Kingom will put an end to all human kingdoms (governments) Daniel 2:44. The book of Daniel and Revelation refer to the political powers as ferocious beasts. Now what sense does it make for a Christian to be inolved in politics?

By Paul

May 5, 2008 4:00 PM | Link to this

It is interesting to me that nobody seems to ask this question of liberals and Democrats. When the Revs. Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton ran for President, no one suggested that it was mixing politics and religion. On the other hand, liberals and media have a field day if Pres. Bush is merely said to pray. As an evagelical I sometimes think that evangelicals are too tied to the Republican party, but that seems to only be the case because most Dems tend to oppose issues we believe in.

By Paul

May 5, 2008 3:59 PM | Link to this

It is interesting to me that nobody seems to ask this question of liberals and Democrats. When the Revs. Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton ran for President, no one suggested that it was mixing politics and religion. On the other hand, liberals and media have a field day if Pres. Bush is merely said to pray. As an evagelical I sometimes think that evangelicals are too tied to the Republican party, but that seems to only be the case because most Dems tend to oppose issues we belive in.

By Jim 5

May 5, 2008 2:34 PM | Link to this

Yes, religion and politics have grown a little too close lately. The “faith-based initiatives” by President Bush sought to direct money toward religious charitable programs that already had a track record of success. These initiatives were generally a failure, and largely because the churches did not like all the strings that federal monies come with. The same problem occurs when “religious” leaders try to foist their political ideology into their religious followers (See: Wright, Jeremiah).

By Bob540

May 5, 2008 1:34 PM | Link to this

I agree that religion has become too politicized, but that happens when politicians and PAC’s seek to enlist support for their agendas by courting the faithful. On the other hand, I don’t think one’s religious beliefs should be reserved for that hour on Sunday. For faith to make a difference, one must carry that into your life and the outside world. I think EACH individual’s actions, including voting, should reflect their personal beliefs. That is different than mobilizing a group.

By andy

May 5, 2008 1:33 PM | Link to this

This has been true for over 20 years. The worst part is how inconsistent their message is from the words of Christ. They need to read their Bibles and ask “what would Jesus do?”

By Boat 4 Sale

May 5, 2008 12:39 PM | Link to this

I don’t know really. There are some good points and some of them I don’t think are as good you know.