Popular Post Jayne Posted November 12, 2022 Group: Royal Member Followers: 16 Topic Count: 108 Topics Per Day: 0.04 Content Count: 3,825 Content Per Day: 1.29 Reputation: 4,815 Days Won: 2 Joined: 03/31/2016 Status: Offline Author Popular Post Share Posted November 12, 2022 3 hours ago, BibleStudent100 said: How does serving in the military line up with the Bible's teaching of "being no part of the world" (John 17:16) and other texts that encourage Christian neutrality, such as John 18:36: “My kingdom is no part of this world. If my kingdom were part of this world, my attendants would have fought that I should not be delivered up to the Jews. But, as it is, my kingdom is not from this source.” I believe the Amish and Quakers follow the Biblical admonition to stay neutral and so do not serve in the military. Brother, this thread is for showing appreciation and honor to those who have served our country, not denigrating them and saying that their service is/was ungodly and unBiblical. You have grossly misinterpreted John 17:16 and by connecting that verse with John 18:36, you have made a doctrine that does not exist. John 17 is not teaching "Christian neutrality" nor pacifism. Peace should be the option and war IS horrible. However, from Genesis to Revelation, pacifism is not shown. In fact, the opposite is shown. When one's home, family, community, or nation is threatened - even those who love and embrace peace should rise up to protect those who cannot protect themselves. 3 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluedragon Posted November 13, 2022 Group: Advanced Member Followers: 1 Topic Count: 26 Topics Per Day: 0.03 Content Count: 289 Content Per Day: 0.38 Reputation: 131 Days Won: 0 Joined: 04/20/2022 Status: Offline Share Posted November 13, 2022 17 hours ago, Jayne said: Brother, this thread is for showing appreciation and honor to those who have served our country, not denigrating them and saying that their service is/was ungodly and unBiblical. You have grossly misinterpreted John 17:16 and by connecting that verse with John 18:36, you have made a doctrine that does not exist. John 17 is not teaching "Christian neutrality" nor pacifism. Peace should be the option and war IS horrible. However, from Genesis to Revelation, pacifism is not shown. In fact, the opposite is shown. When one's home, family, community, or nation is threatened - even those who love and embrace peace should rise up to protect those who cannot protect themselves. Well stated and represented .... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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