The Christian Citizen
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The Christian Citizen
“Give it to Caesar if it is his, and give God everything that belongs to God” (, LB). “Remind your people to obey the government and its officers, and always to be obedient and ready for any honest work” (, LB).
I. RIGHTS OF A CITIZEN
I. RIGHTS OF A CITIZEN
A. Freedom to worship. All religions are protected by the Constitution. The churches are not taxed and contributions to the church are tax-deductible.
A. Freedom to worship. All religions are protected by the Constitution. The churches are not taxed and contributions to the church are tax-deductible.
B. Freedom of speech. We are permitted to say what we wish as long as we do not violate the rights of other citizens. We are permitted to disagree with the policy of our government.
B. Freedom of speech. We are permitted to say what we wish as long as we do not violate the rights of other citizens. We are permitted to disagree with the policy of our government.
C. Freedom of the press. We are permitted to publish freely within certain legal limits. The church may publish gospel literature without interference from the government.
C. Freedom of the press. We are permitted to publish freely within certain legal limits. The church may publish gospel literature without interference from the government.
II. RESPONSIBILITY OF A CITIZEN
II. RESPONSIBILITY OF A CITIZEN
A. Cooperation (). We should help those who are in need. The Christian doesn’t just pity those in need—he helps them.
A. Cooperation (). We should help those who are in need. The Christian doesn’t just pity those in need—he helps them.
B. Concern (). One cannot love God without helping others. Love always acts. Real love will give and share.
B. Concern (). One cannot love God without helping others. Love always acts. Real love will give and share.
C. Consecration (; ). To the Christian citizen the church is first ().
C. Consecration (; ). To the Christian citizen the church is first ().
D. Contribute (). Give of your time, life, and money, and God will give back to you.
D. Contribute (). Give of your time, life, and money, and God will give back to you.
III. RESPECT OF A CITIZEN
III. RESPECT OF A CITIZEN
A. Rules (, ). We must obey the laws of the land. We may not agree with the laws, but God commands us to obey.
A. Rules (, ). We must obey the laws of the land. We may not agree with the laws, but God commands us to obey.
B. Rulers (). We should honor and respect our leaders. We respect their position.
B. Rulers (). We should honor and respect our leaders. We respect their position.
C. Righteousness (). Righteousness exalts a nation. No nation can be great and remain great without the help of God.
C. Righteousness (). Righteousness exalts a nation. No nation can be great and remain great without the help of God.
President John F. Kennedy said, “Ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country.” As a Christian citizen you can do much for your country. Here are some ways in which you may help your country. (1) Pray. Pray daily for the leaders and for the nation. (2) Vote. Every Christian should vote. (3) Encourage civic pride. It costs millions of dollars yearly to clean up litter. (4) Evangelize. Win the non-Christian to Christ.
Pentz, C. M. (1979). Sermon Outlines for Special Days. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Book House.