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    Jesus Christ is the supreme authority for Christians, though government authority should also be respected when it operates within God's commands. The document argues Christians should refrain from holding political office or voting, as government requires primary allegiance to the state and relies on coercion, which could hinder Christians' unbiased witness. Christians are instead encouraged to pray for leaders and witness to them, but not display political signs.

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    Jesus Christ is the supreme authority for Christians, though government authority should also be respected when it operates within God's commands. The document argues Christians should refrain from holding political office or voting, as government requires primary allegiance to the state and relies on coercion, which could hinder Christians' unbiased witness. Christians are instead encouraged to pray for leaders and witness to them, but not display political signs.

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    A Few Key Thoughts About Christians and Government

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    Jesus Christ is the supreme authority for Christians, though government authority should also be respected when it operates within God's commands. The document argues Christians should refrain from holding political office or voting, as government requires primary allegiance to the state and relies on coercion, which could hinder Christians' unbiased witness. Christians are instead encouraged to pray for leaders and witness to them, but not display political signs.

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    A Few Key Thoughts about Christians and Government:

     Jesus Christ is the supreme authority in every area of life for the Christian. Allegiance and
    obedience to Him must not be diluted in any way by any government.
     At the same time, when the government operates within the borders of Christ’s commands, their
    authority is legitimate and must also be respected and obeyed by Christians
     I believe that Christians should refrain from holding political office and voting for the following
    reasons:
    o Our government requires of its officeholders a primary allegiance
    o Our government relies completely on the power of coercion
    o Political allegiances create barriers, hindering the unbiased witness of the Christian
     Christians should not post political signs or bumper stickers in their closets
     Christians should pray for their government leaders and witness to them

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