I love Jerry Falwell. I think he's an incredible man of God. I will not join his new organization, The Moral Majority Coalition. I'm very concerned that this becomes an us (conservative Christians) versus them. I hold to most of the same moral values as this organization but I don't want politics to get in the way of the work of the Church. At a time when millions are dying of AIDS, leaving many more millions of orphans, I want to see the Church change hearts and minds, not elect politicians. Nobody is more of a political honk than myself but the cause for Christ is much bigger than a "pro-life, pro-family, strong national defense and pro-Israel platform". This is very divisive. There are plenty of Christians who hold differing views. Again, I believe in things that Falwell believes in but don't consider all of those an article of faith or a condition of my Christianity.
At a time when the Church in the US should be united in bringing about 3rd Great Awakaning to America, politics are gettng in the way. I pray that God changes Falwell's mind. I'd love to see him take a lead role in helping to aid the millions of orphans in Africa. As a participant in Christ's Church, I'd love for us to be known as the group that blessed the African continent and made a real difference.
Christians need to participate in politics by getting informed, supporting candidates and the rest but it cannot get in the way of the cause of Christ. I don't want to see a political group designated as "God's way". Those implications are nasty.
Make sure to pray on Wednesday, December 1 as it is World AIDS Day. The devastation of this disease on the continent of Africa is astounding. Along with prayer, is there anything you can do to help?
Posted by Tim at November 30, 2004 11:19 PMIn reaction to the news, a lot of Falwell's former partners in the last incarnation of the Moral Majority are saying publicly "Bad idea, Jerry!"
Posted by: Ken at December 2, 2004 10:23 AMi feel the "moral majority" and similar coalitions have become another cash cow for Mr. Falwell and his other so called leaders of the christian community. how can the moral majority come out in such total support of a political ticket that uses the worst curse words available. i teach my children not to use that type of language but the "christian leaders" support them. what morals do these leaders operate under, besides the almighty dollar. the money they have milked from good christian folks around the country have found its way into their pockets and the pockets of the G.O.P., when it could have been used for the furtherance of the gospel. it is shameful and these individuals will answer on the Day of the Lord. i pray they sincerely seek forgiveness.
Posted by: dave at December 19, 2004 09:44 AM
