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Bill_Ross said:

See, that is my problem. I can not draw a conclusion at this point. I have not studied enough economics in a Christian perspective to be sure I can have a solid opnion. My main point was that I want to be very, very sure that whatever conlusion I do end up enbracing has passed through the fire of the Word of God. And I'm somehow seem to have a gut feeling that I have yet to hear the "truth" from the standard secular perspectives that say I should choose...

I understand. However, I think it is clear that Scripture does not conceive of the church's primary role in the world to be setting up world governments nor taking care of the needy through political means. Socialism is a humanistic way of doing this, so when we vote, we must do what we think is best by biblical standards.

You might find this chart helpful. It's a chart comparing the differences between modern humanism and Christianity in the field of economics. This chart also shows the philosophical differences between socialism and Christianity. Socialized Welfare, Education, Health Care, etc. are functions which are essential for socialism, egalitarianism, multiculturalism & globalism. The State has no biblical authority for administering these functions.

Here's another interesting study which deals with the topic of socialism. It discusses the question "Can the Government Fulfill Our Obligation to Help the Poor?" Socialism in the Church of God

Matthew 25:31-40 is not fulfilled by paying one’s taxes, but by personally caring for the poor.

I hope you find these helpful and may the Lord give us all wisdom to faithfully carry out His will.


Wes