We need more love for our politicians

David Burrowes  |  UK & Ireland  |  politics & policy
Date posted:  29 Nov 2024
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We need more love for our politicians

Politics at least for the last eight years has been a tale of the unexpected, but what has sadly but not surprisingly been consistent has been the low view the public have for politicians.

In the league table of who you trust, politicians are always in the relegation zone, and this is matched by the growing disinterest and disdain for politics. But Christians, we have to do better and be distinctive in our view of politics, particularly when our politicians let us down.

Romans 12: A Biblical foundation for political discourse

We can turn to lots of the Bible for inspiration about politics but perhaps inevitably turn to Romans. However, it’s not just to the classic verses in Romans 13 reminding us to respect the ordained institution of government, but the chapters which motivate our attitude and relationships which remind us of God’s mercy.

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