Saturday, April 16, 2011  Why Socialism is Un-Christian
mazenko said...   If, as conservative politicians are forever
arguing, that the United States is a Christian country and
Christian ideals are the foundation of our government, and
should be displayed and taught in our schools and public
buildings, then it is hypocritical to argue that Christ's most
basic message to "feed my sheep" and "sell all your belongings
and give the money to the poor" and "if you have two jackets,
give one away" is not integral to the acts of that government.
The most ridiculous of double standards.  Darren said...  You
are absolutely wrong. Christ told us how to act as individuals,
saying nothing about how we govern ourselves here on earth
except to "render unto Caesar that which is Caesar's". There's
no charity in having your money taken from you under threat of
violence and having it given to the needy (or the politically
favored).  mazenko said...  Exactly. Christ said pay your taxes.
And he said be charitable above all e