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How Should Christians Respond to Protests?

How Should Christians Respond to Protests?

Rioting is not a solution to any problem; it only creates more problems. It’s hypocritical to riot about a social problem, only to become a social problem yourself. Violence only serves to breed more violence.

Can the Violence on Capitol Hill Be Justified? Thinking Logically and Biblically about the Ongoing Threat to Our Country

Can the Violence on Capitol Hill Be Justified? Thinking Logically and Biblically about the Ongoing Threat to Our Country

The Christian response to those with whom we disagree is to pray for them (Matthew 5:44) and seek reconciliation with them (Matthew 18:15). In a democracy, we can utilize our governmental process to seek change (cf. Romans 13:1-7; 1 Peter 2:13-17). Christians are to “keep your conduct among the Gentiles honorable” so that “they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day of visitation” (1 Peter 2:12).

Proud Boys Leader Arrested after Burning Church’s Black Lives Matter Banner

Proud Boys Leader Arrested after Burning Church’s Black Lives Matter Banner

On Monday, the international chairman of the Proud Boys, a controversial far-right group, was arrested in Washington for setting fire to a church’s Black Lives Matter banner.

Vietnamese Baptist Church Burned during Philadelphia Protest

Vietnamese Baptist Church Burned during Philadelphia Protest

A Vietnamese Baptist Church was burned down by rioters in Philadelphia on the second night of unrest following the police shooting of an armed Black man.

Kenosha’s John Cooper on Racial Divisions: ‘Jesus Can Change All of This’

Kenosha’s John Cooper on Racial Divisions: ‘Jesus Can Change All of This’

Amid civil unrest following the police-involved shooting of another Black man,  John Cooper of Christian rock band, Skillet, is praying for racial reconciliation, particularly in his hometown of Kenosha.

Evangelical Leaders Harassed by Rioters following Trump's RNC Speech

Evangelical Leaders Harassed by Rioters following Trump's RNC Speech

Conservatives and Christian leaders were reportedly harassed by a mod outside of the White House following the president's speech at the RNS on Thursday.

Faith Leaders Speak Out against Shooting of Jacob Blake, Subsequent Riots

Faith Leaders Speak Out against Shooting of Jacob Blake, Subsequent Riots

Faith leaders are speaking out against the police-involved shooting of a 29-year-old man in Wisconsin and the riots that followed.

Historic St. John's Church Vandalized Again; Seattle Mayor Calls for End of Protests at Night

Historic St. John's Church Vandalized Again; Seattle Mayor Calls for End of Protests at Night

In Washington, D.C. the historic St. John's church was again targeted by rioters. Across the country, in Seattle, Washington, the Seattle mayor is calling for an end of night protests in CHAZ as violence appears to be erupting in the area.

Do the Boston Tea Party and Jesus' Cleansing of the Temple Justify Violence? John Lewis and Jesus Show Us the Way Forward

Do the Boston Tea Party and Jesus' Cleansing of the Temple Justify Violence? John Lewis and Jesus Show Us the Way Forward

To follow Jesus’ teachings, we need to be like Jesus. We need his love for all people and his bold initiative to make a difference.

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