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 ... (click for more)