Christians are called to a radical lifestyle that prioritizes the marginalized, the oppressed and the forgotten. We are called to be a voice for the voiceless, even when it challenges the comfort of our own communities and political affiliations. Too often, we see Christians aligning in lockstep with political parties, sacrificing the core tenets of our faith for partisan agendas. This is a betrayal of our calling. We are not called to be Republicans or Democrats first, but Christians first.
It is in this light that recent actions demand we examine whether we are truly living up to this calling. The drastic cuts to USAID, for instance, are projected to impact millions, with estimates suggesting that funding reductions could lead to increased food insecurity for over 8 million people and disrupt life-saving health interventions for millions more, particularly women and children. These are not abstract numbers on a spreadsheet; they are lives hanging in the balance, lives we are called to protect. These cuts represent a profound betrayal of the pro-life ethic. How can we claim to value life while turning our backs on those suffering from hunger, disease, and conflict? True pro-life advocacy extends beyond the womb and demands we protect and nurture life at every stage.
The crusade against Diversity, Equity and Inclusion has gone far beyond anything a Christian should support. For example, the DOD’s recent removal of the story about Jackie Robinson and removal of internal links to stories about heroes like Colin Powell, have nothing to do with merit. These acts reek of a racism that stands in stark opposition to the Gospel’s message of love and human dignity. To hide these stories is to deny their humanity and the progress they represent.
Finally, the proposed local legislation that would deny undocumented students access to education is a moral travesty. Jesus himself prioritized children, welcoming them and proclaiming, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these" (Matthew 19:14). To deny a child the opportunity to learn, to grow and to contribute to our society is to deny them their God-given potential.
These actions are not mere political disagreements; they are fundamental assaults on the principles of justice and compassion that define us as Christians. We cannot stand idly by while our brothers and sisters are marginalized, their stories erased, and their lives endangered. We must advocate for the vulnerable, speak out against racism and champion education for all.
Let us remember the words of James 2:14-17: "What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save them? Suppose a brother or a sister is without clothes and daily food. If one of you says to them, ‘Go in peace; keep warm and well fed,’ but does nothing about their physical needs, what good is it? In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead."
Is our faith dead, or will we take action?
Walker Rhodes
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The original poster started his thought of giving away other people's tax money as "a voice for the voiceless" which I find to be quite hypocritical. The taxpayer in this country is the most voiceless entity of the entire political machine. If you wish to give charity to illegals or foreigners, that is your right to do so. You cannot tax your fellow citizen endlessly for your bleeding "Christian" heart.
I for one, am not in favor of globalism, nor am I in favor of taking care of the rest of the world. We have American citizens who are hungry, poor and very deserving of financial assistance. If we must be taxed into charity... the charity must start at home. We are $36 trillion in debt, and somehow we should still "give more."
We live now in a nation of financially irresponsible idealists... who are more than happy to take hard earned tax dollars and freely give them away to any flavor of the week. I see these "type" of people as no different than the military industrial warmongers who are happy to endlessly spend tax money to enrich themselves and the corporations they serve.
I quote the greatest Tennessean that ever lived (and one the author of this opinion should study more of) Davy Crockett: "We have the right as individuals to give away as much of our own money as we please in charity; but as members of Congress we have no right to appropriate a dollar of the public money."
Rome was once a very powerful empire; it squandered its taxes, allowed itself to be over ran with barbarian hordes and was eventually destroyed. This happened at the hands of a "Christian nation".
Will Pitt