(quick note: He also said that we were not a Jewish nation or a Muslim nation)
It has been long debated whether or not the Bible should be a factor in decisions made by our leaders.
I am sure that you have heard statements like the following:
"Our country was founded on Judeo-Christian principles"
"all men are created equal, by GOD"
"We've gotten to where we are because it was in God that we trusted"
You have probably also heard statements counter to the above.
Either way the question is ARE WE A CHRISTIAN NATION?
my answer: I DON'T CARE!
Jesus told His disciples in John 18 that His kingdom is not of this world. Their mission was not to build a country that stands in God, but to make an impact on lives that will stand with God.
The whole following Jesus thing isn't about winning or getting our way. When Jesus changes our life we aren't called to force others to live out our opinions, we are called to show them truth; and leave it up to God to change their opinions.
(quick note 2: My opinions are based on the Bible. When my opinion is asked, I give it. I view the opportunity to vote as giving my opinion.)
Whether we are or are not a Christian nation is in no way a factor on my desire to live out the love, hope, and peace that Jesus Christ has brought into my life.
As Christians, we are people who base our entire opinion on something that is eternal, why don't we live like it?
Maybe if we started focusing on living what we believe instead of being a nation that "believes" then more people would be willing to believe.
(quick note 3: go for it if this Jesus being alive thing really matters to you!)
