Why I Don’t Vote
Historically, most Anabaptists have avoided the political realm. We must decide if our choice to stay out of politics has been convictional, or merely circumstantial. Continue reading Why I Don’t Vote
Category: Non-resistance
Beating Guns
Followers of Christ, whether or not they are interested in guns, will find much to ponder in the book’s overriding themes: the transforming nature of Christ-like love; creative ways to reclaim and redeem domain under the control of violence and Satan; increased awareness of a serious problem in American politics and society; and the reminder that except for hunting purposes, those who follow the “Prince of Peace” should not be associated with the gun culture. Continue reading Beating Guns
Non-resistance and Political Involvement Survey Results
The results are in! This year, we turned our attention to an Anabaptist distinctive: nonresistance and separation from the political system. Continue reading Non-resistance and Political Involvement Survey Results
Our World’s Fragile Peace (and What You Should Do About It)
All around us, God’s children are to bring peace, to make peace. Not the peace of a Thomas Kinkade painting, but a peace that, far from ignoring the harsh realities, gets to the root of all harsh realities Continue reading Our World’s Fragile Peace (and What You Should Do About It)
Nonresistant Love
We wage war by a different method, and our weapons are words of truth and love in action. Continue reading Nonresistant Love
Radi-Call Editor Q&A’s: What Does It Mean to Be Anabaptist? Family vs. Church? …And More
What does it mean to be Anabaptist? How do we discern God’s will? What is the unique value of Anabaptism in today’s culture? Continue reading Radi-Call Editor Q&A’s: What Does It Mean to Be Anabaptist? Family vs. Church? …And More
Fight: A Christian Case for Non-Violence
What would you do if an evil person threatened to harm you? Is a Christian ever justified in joining the military? If so, when? If these are questions you’ve wrestled with, Preston Sprinkle’s book Fight: A Christian Case for Non-violence … Continue reading Fight: A Christian Case for Non-Violence
The Sword
We have been united as follows concerning the sword. The sword is an ordering of God outside the perfection of Christ. It punishes and kills the wicked and guards and protects the good. In the law the sword is established … Continue reading The Sword