Another great video at PragerU, by Michelle Malkin.
A Nation of Immigrants
As you know, Christians are very confused over this issue of illegal immigration. Shouldn't we welcome all immigrants? Shouldn't churches provide sanctuary for illegal immigrants?
And the ultimate platitude: Shouldn't we build bridges instead of walls?
It's one of those issues where a myriad of verses can be taken out of context to confuse the biblically illiterate.
I think the above video does a whole lot to at least educate people on the American approach to immigration.
How should Christian view immigration and national sovereignty?
Discussion in 'General Baptist Discussions' started by Calminian, Sep 19, 2019.
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Christians are not confused, snowflakes are confused.
We have compassion but don't choose to ignore law
1Co 14:40
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My take?
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My take on this is very simple. God endorses nationalism and government sovereignty (Genesis 11, Romans 13) and borders and regulated humane immigration. And God warns against globalism.
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But it appears you're avoiding the distinction of illegal and legal. Do you not believe nations have the sovereignty to control their borders and award citizenship? Do you believe America could right now send over 100,000 people to Mexico to vote in their next election and alter its outcome? -
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BTW, Trump is definitely building an impressive wall. That's a beast. I know border patrol is thankful, as it makes their job a lot easier.
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RighteousnessTemperance& Well-Known Member
Illegal Immigration: It's About Power -
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tyndale1946 Well-Known MemberSite Supporter
Revelation 2:6 But this thou hast, that thou hatest the deeds of the Nicolaitanes, which I also hate.
The name “Nicolaitans” is derived from the Greek word nikolaos, a compound of the words nikos and laos. The word nikos is the Greek word that means to conquer or to subdue. The word laos is the Greek word for the people. It is also where we get the word laity. When these two words are compounded into one, they form the name Nicolas, which literally means one who conquers and subdues the people. It seems to suggest that the Nicolaitans were somehow conquering and subduing the people.
Ummm!...Interesting... Brother Glen:) -