Too often we mistake government with Gospel. However, the two do not easily co-exist. Societies tend to be defined either by the permissive powers of the Gospel or the coercive powers of government. Limited government is not enough for freedom.
ThatMoreToo often we mistake government with Gospel. However, the two do not easily co-exist. Societies tend to be defined either by the permissive powers of the Gospel or the coercive powers of government. Limited government is not enough for freedom. That freedom must be seasoned with Gospel for without morality and love of neighbor, society quickly devolves into tyranny.
Although in recent history the church has accepted a sideline role in the redemption of the land, Scripture teaches that God’s people are critical, as vessels of the Holy Spirit, to bless the land with righteous-ness and liberty.