Not a Religion of Peace
While thankfully the vast majority of Muslims do not practice violence, the answer to whether Islam is a violent religion is: Regrettably, Islam spawns violence.
While thankfully the vast majority of Muslims do not practice violence, the answer to whether Islam is a violent religion is: Regrettably, Islam spawns violence.
Jesus was the most radical social revolutionary in human history. But he did not arrive—as the Jews expected—to the sound of hoof beats and swords clashing; rather, he came as a helpless babe born in a manger.
In light of Monday’s Memorial Day remembrance, let me first say how deeply grateful I am for all the veterans, as well as those currently serving in our armed forces, for their sacrifices. This question, then, is an important and timely one.
If the Democratic candidates are genuine in their conviction that Christian truth should inform their moral judgments, I am certainly the first to applaud.
While there may have been an argument to be made on just war grounds against the original pre-emptive invasion of Iraq, I believe without any question that applying the just war criteria to the present situation obligates us to remain, and restore civil order and authority.
As a Christian, I have experienced working with Muslims in prisons for the last thirty years. Apart from that, I would not feel really qualified to speak out in this week’s discussion.
Historically, political powers, often in league with the church, have used religious divisions as a pretext for political and military aggression.
What Islam Really Says About Violence, Rights and Other Religions
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