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Missions and World Christianity

Andrews University

Theses/Dissertations

2014

Christianity and politics--Zimbabwe--Sevcenth-day Adventists

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Biblical Principles To Guide Adventists On Political Involvement In Zimbabwe, Obert N. Mudzengi Jan 2014

Biblical Principles To Guide Adventists On Political Involvement In Zimbabwe, Obert N. Mudzengi

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Problem

There is no harmony in the understanding of the momentous "middle-of-the-road" approach when it comes to political involvement. Some people are politically headstrong, while others are laid back. This standoff has left the church in a quandary about what to do concerning civic matters. The scarcity of a farsighted stratagem to help guide church members on citizenship issues might be the cause of the deadlock.

Method

To provide some framework, biblical principles and guidelines from the writings of Ellen G. White on political involvement were established. In addition to reviewing Adventist and other Christian authors on responsible citizenship, this …