David Lipscomb’s book, “On Civil Government: Its Origin, Mission and Destiny and the Christian’s Relation to It,” was first published in the Gospel Advocate in 1866-1867, shortly after the time of the Civil War. His purpose of the book in the end was to try to show that citizenship in the kingdom of Christ requires [...]
Book Review: On Civil Government by David Lipscomb
Posted on July 6, 2009 at 12:01 am by Andy Sochor
Wise Words About Government Bureaucracy
Posted on March 27, 2009 at 11:45 pm by Andy Sochor
The wise man who authored the book of Ecclesiastes wrote about what he learned as he observed and experienced life “under the sun” (Ecclesiastes 1:14).
One of the things he observed was the effect of government bureaucracy. Many in this country want bigger government. Those currently in office are pushing for this as well with increased [...]
The Inauguration of a New President
Posted on January 20, 2009 at 9:29 am by Andy Sochor
Tuesday, January 20, Barack Obama was sworn in as the 44th President of the United States.
I know there are many Christians who are not happy about this. Given some of his positions and beliefs, this is understandable. However, I won’t take time to discuss the grievances now.
The New Testament does not teach that we must [...]
The Gods That Men Serve
Posted on January 1, 2009 at 12:03 am by Andy Sochor
There is “one God and Father of all who is over all and through all and in all” (Ephesians 4:6). But there are “many gods” that men serve (1 Corinthians 8:5). The “one God” is the true and living God. The “many gods” are the false gods that arise from the mind of man.
God has [...]
A Better Country
Posted on November 5, 2008 at 9:27 pm by Andy Sochor
Following an election like we’ve had in this country, it is expected that some will be pleased with the outcome and some will not. As Christians, whichever side we fall on, in this and every election, it is important to keep things in perspective.
Those of us who live in the United States of America have [...]
The Divinely Given Role of Civil Government
Posted on September 1, 2008 at 12:02 am by Andy Sochor
With this being a Presidential election year, there is much debate in this country about what the government ought to do. Discussions about what the next President should do regarding education, energy, the economy, and other issues are common. Christians in this country have some voice in selecting the leaders of this nation. Since we [...]
